Setting Up A Charge Limit on an Android Phone | No Root | IFTTT & MacroDroid

[@PROPDS]

Great Stuff. I am a 78 year old semi computer literate male and I was able to follow your video and substitute my Smart Life plug. Works as designed. Exactly what I was looking for. Thanx for posting the video👍

[@TechNotebook]

Thanks for watching!

[@jean-claudewallard9309]

Thank you for the idea. As Macrodroid is not available for my device with android 4.4, I am using Automate instead. Great stuff!

[@sunnyw4040]

I'm glad I stumbled upon your video! Very helpful. Thanks!

[@pauledward9441]

I can't express how awesome this is. I purchased a device that does the same thing and it's awesome except for the fact that I own the one phone that seems to give it trouble (Pixel 6 Pro), it works for every other device and not just Smart phones and tablets either but there's a hardware limiter function for so called "dumb" devices. This, however, seems much more reliable for my device anyway. Also, I'm happy to report that despite being over 2 years old, that as of December 2022, the instructions provided are still good and will result in success. I am using a Wyze Smart Plug (the "old" one, without Bluetooth for establishing the initial connection) and it works flawlessly/instantly. I was a little worried because some IFTTT applets have been iffy for me but not so here. One change since this video was made, despite many undesirable and unpopular changes made by IFTTT in the past 2+ years, one positive change is they allow for 5 created applets instead of 3, which was perfect for me because I had 3 already made plus the one highlighted in the video. For the 5th, I essentially just repeated the entire process (w/ MacroDroid, as well. You can clone MacroDroid macros FYI) but changed OFF to ON and 81% (75% in my case or whatever you decided to go with for your maximum threshold) to 25% then simply changed "Power Disconnected" to "Power Connected" for the "clear notification" macro. On the IFTTT side, it was also a very minor tweak; for the "turn plug off" applet, I used "Maximum" as the keyword and for the "turn plug on" applet, I used "Minimum"... I think my applets are actually published, so if you're using a Wyze brand Smart Plug, I think you can search by either the title or the following IDs ID rQ6t9ZY3 & ID QHfkXYK2 (see screenshots linked below if you want to search by title) Also, I barely changed anything from what is expertly documented in the video but for those that like to be extra sure and/or are visual learners, I took a bunch of screenshots that you can check out if you'd like: d.kuku.lu/7802528b8 All credit, kudos and gratitude to Tech Notebook for the idea and framework/template that couldn't have been easier to tweak / tailor to my preference, namely that it would auto kick back on at a preconfigured low end threshold

[@JohnOfAllTrades27]

Thanks. I'll have to try this because Battery Charge Limit app has never actually stopped my device from charging and the developer hasn't updated that app in 5 years. Rooted Pixel 6 Pro

[@charleschchu]

What smart plug do you use?

[@PerryGodMother]

does it work with tapo devices? i cant find the toggle in tapo smart switch

[@LE55ONS]

This works really well :-) Thanks

[@simo6282]

An alternative to IFTT? beacuse now isn't no more for free

[@hasunyiq81]

If I root, will there be problems with my phone? I will root because there is an application that disconnects charging. Do you advise?

[@makdev5528]

Please excuse the possibly daft question, but since I know nothing about smart plugs I need to ask will this work with any brand of smart plug? If not, what should I search for in order to buy a right one? What brand are you using? Thank you

[@TechNotebook]

It will work with any plug compatible with ifttt. I recommend the TP link smart plugs. Ive had a good experience with them.

[@makdev5528]

@@TechNotebook Thank you very much, if this solution works out will be great.

[@Methavn]

What smart plug do i need to buy? Does any smart plug work?

[@__Andrew_]

We all need to unite as consumers and Berate the tech giants until we getSome basic common sense charge limiting and discharge limiting as standard on all relevant devices,

[@highonpace]

Dell laptops have this, called "Dell Power Manager" where in "Custom" you can set what percentage the laptop will charge, similar to a Tesla car. I wish Android would build this in, but in the meantime this smart plug looks like the best way

[@__Andrew_]

@@highonpace thank you.

[@m.zurifadils.1171]

@@highonpace there's a protect battery feature on samsung phones which limits the charging to 85%. Idk how new this is, but i've only used it since a week ago. Works as it should.

[@arthurmaravelis2178]

I'd like to do this to work with my S10e, and Anker wireless charger (with wall charger) and Macrodroid (or not): 1. Find a bluetooth smartplug. Difficult! I do NOT want wifi, must be locally controlled by app. 2. When placing phone on charger (already on), it will charge up to 80%. 3. App notifies plug to go OFF. 4. When I lift phone from charger, app notifies plug to go ON, ready for next time. I've tried to find #1 but only Sengled seems to be available. Unfortunately, I don't see how to use their app with Macrodroid. Sengled says their app canwork with IFTTT but I'd like to avoid that. Finally, there's another option called the Charlie charger. It's a USB device placed between the charger and phone's cable. I can try that but I need a new wireless charger with a USB cord - my Anker has a wall charger! However, the Charlie cost $40, hard to justify that for a $200 phone.

[@pauledward9441]

are you sure you don't mean Chargie instead of Charlie?? bc it sounds exactly the same. I can't speak at all for a Charlie charger but where Chargie devices are concerned, I own 3 and they're great and work flawlessly with 90% of the devices I've attempted to use them with however the 10% where functionality is iffy happens to be almost entirely represented by my daily drive/primary phone. Apparently this is not just an issue with this device either but pixel phones and presumably Nexus devices before them how giving developers fits for years as they don't seem to play by the rules that other stock AOSP devices seem to play by. Anyway, despite the fact that I found this and plan on using it with my main device, which will in all probability put two out of the three Chargie devices out of commission for the time being, I would still absolutely make the purchase again, as they work for as long as you have them, provided you don't break them or lose them and they will extend the lifespan of any lithium-ion powered device (which currently & for the foreseeable future equates to any and every battery operated device you might own or think about owning) not just smart devices capable of running an app. IMO, they're an invaluable tool for any Gadget geek/tech nerd

[@pauledward9441]

PS I believe the new/post-2021 Wyze smart plug is Bluetooth enabled. At least for the initial pairing process. I can't say for sure though because I have the old model that lacks Bluetooth but I know that the new model has Bluetooth in some capacity, so if that's important, you might check that out

[@ll3yWanTeD]

same here i got a s10e, but you can activate the Power Saving option, which will stop charger when reaches 85%, since UI 4.1 version firmware.

[@nikolaj192]

Worked exactly as it should. Made a second trigger with a decrease 20% then notify Charger on with the opposite constraints and a second clear notification. so it turns on until it charges to 80%, then turns off then turns on again when the charge decreases to 20%. Thank you, you are a battery saver.

[@chocolatecandyfruithoneybutter]

How did you set up the device in tp link kasa TT

[@yokanshree4621]

Does the cellphone have to on for that to work

[@amongdoomers9464]

really good . nice audio quality and voice

[@TechNotebook]

Thanks!

[@sofianap8czg3pw78]

Will it work with Tesla car ?

[@TechNotebook]

On Teslas, there is a charge limiter built in, but even if it didn't, the smart plug can't handle the 12 amps that the Tesla charger draws at 120V

[@joeop-z2186]

Or you could just use a digital timer and set it for 1-1.5 hours and then have it shut off depending your SOC.

[@lucataiocchi44]

But If I haven't a smart plug but I have only alexa. How Can I do it?

[@TechNotebook]

You need a smart plug to do this

[@martytoo]

Will this work if do not disturb is turning off notifications at night?

[@TechNotebook]

Look @ my more recent charge limiter video... It doesnt use notifications

[@TechNotebook]

It will work with do not disturb

[@martytoo]

@@TechNotebook I like that method better. I have it working and asked a question there too. Thank you.

[@princekratos27]

doesnt work iftt is the problem what could it be?

[@TechNotebook]

There could be an issue with the notifications from macro droid. I have made another video that shows how to do this without using the notification service. kzbin.info/www/bejne/epOpoJ-CrsyLjZY

[@sebastianalcaraz3620]

what if my plug is steren and its not on the list ?

[@jdrali76]

One word .. genius !

[@netgarnet4337]

Did you make it to work with iftt?

[@jdrali76]

Yes 👍

[@netgarnet4337]

@@jdrali76 is anyway you could share what you have done to make it work since IFTT is not free anymore. Do you pay a subscription?

[@charleschchu]

Why toggle instead of turn off

[@SOLANKI_ASHIF_AKHTAT]

Kasa Toggle Select option not showing

[@kamilr.2515]

Thanks, it's working.

[@TechNotebook]

Great! If you happen to encounter any issues in the future, I have released an update video that has a less roundabout way of turning off the smart plug.

[@syafiqrazmi6115]

Hi sir i want to ask will this work if i use Vooc fast charging instead of smart plug. Hope you could respond me thank you

[@TechNotebook]

No, unfortunately you will need to use a smart plug for this

[@syafiqrazmi6115]

Alright, thank you sir

[@syafiqrazmi6115]

One more thing, what type of smart plug that you are currently using?

[@TechNotebook]

TP-Link Kasa

[@syafiqrazmi6115]

Alright, what if i use another brand like for example tuya smart life. Does it work?

[@farrel9356]

I just have ordinary charger from xiaomi phone and doesn't have smart plug. How to do it?

[@TechNotebook]

Unless your phone natively has a charge limiter, you will either have to root your phone in order to get access to a charge limiter utility, or purchase a smart plug. Apart from that, I don't know any other ways to set a charge limit.

[@farrel9356]

@@TechNotebook thanks for such fast response

[@deleteduser133]

HOW ABOUT CONNETED TO LAPTOP

[@ziadulhaq4926]

Thanks it's helpful

[@mogcs9439]

I've done and has it work for the first time, but in the second charge, the plug did not turn off. Any idea why? Thanks!

[@TechNotebook]

It could be a few things... 1. Make sure MacroDroid can run in the background. Your phone may have closed the process 2. Make sure the phone and the plug is connected to WiFi 3. Make sure none of the macros/applets are disabled

[@mogcs9439]

@@TechNotebook I've tested again and realize that it's all fine with MacroDroid. The notification it' sended when they reach the trigger. The problem is with IFTTT. The app doesn't trigger when the notification from MacroDroid ia sent.

[@TechNotebook]

Make sure IFTTT can run in the background as well

[@egliseroseauxdor5460]

@@TechNotebook I think because there is no constraint used as a condition.

[@henriquebalzani1563]

8:23 -> ifttt part

[@antoniocisneros4473]

Genial. Muchas gracias.

[@agnaytripat8056]

Can t use kasa

[@Abhi-nu6fm]

Not working

[@UV0023]

Without watching,, 11 minutes is too long to show how to limit charge.. you lost me there This shouldn't take more than 3 minutes tops

[@IamJay02]

This is pretty cool but it's annoying that I have to buy a smart plug

[@pauledward9441]

Yeah because God forbid you should have to spend ≈$10-15 in order to get another several years tacked on to your phones life expectancy. Oh that's right, you don't have to do this at all! Of course, the trade-off being that you wouldn't reap the benefits of sustained proper battery maintenance and you'd ultimately need to buy a new device anywhere from 1 to 3 years sooner than you would otherwise... I'm no math scientist, but by my calculations, objecting to spending $10-15 in order to save anywhere from several hundred to well over $1,000 depending on whether you go for budget devices or a tippy-top tier flagship (the Pros, Ultras, etc) or anywhere in between. Even at the budget end of the spectrum, that kind of logic doesn't add up

[@mrsandroks]

I prefer to make the root and install ACCA, but great idea

[@carljeffersonbulatao9582]

Yeah, that's why I did in the first time back then. I should try this too since I can't risk my only daily driver to root now, haha.

[@Gigadrain-gw2zl]

Ok nice but on/off power still on manual😂

[@Kotallo_Skyclan]

Smart life doesnt work with IFTTT

[@TechNotebook]

Unfortunately, you will need to try another brand of smart plugs for this to work

[@gunnarthesavagedangerous6164]

This is too much work

[@TechNotebook]

Once you get used to the app, it's not that difficult

[@PovGuy21]

Or just buy an apple