Guides
Practical smart home setup guides, video companions, and buyer paths for Fire tablets, SmartThings, Alexa, SharpTools dashboards, security devices, and more.
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Use this page as the front door for the growing guide library. New tutorials can be added under these topics without crowding the main menu.
Fire Tablet & Dashboards
5 guides. Fire tablet setup, wall dashboards, Google Play, SharpTools, mounts, and constant power.
SmartThings & SharpTools
9 guides. SmartThings devices, Z-Wave repair, dashboards, SharpTools styling, and practical automations.
Alexa & Echo
6 guides. Alexa setup, Echo devices, voice routines, Echo Speaks, and voice-control troubleshooting.
Security & Access
7 guides. Doorbells, cameras, garage doors, smart locks, thermostats, and safety-minded installs.
Tesla & Media
4 guides. Tesla app access, hidden charging, Nvidia Shield, and media-control workflows.
Featured Guides
These are the best starting points for visitors coming from YouTube, Google, or the store.
Fire Tablet Setup Hub
Start here for Fire tablets, Google Play, wall dashboards, and setup gear.
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Fire Tablet Settings
Clean up Fire OS before daily use or dashboard mounting.
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Wall Mount a Tablet
Plan the tablet mount, power path, and clean wall install.
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Fix Alexa Wi-Fi
Troubleshoot Echo connection issues and get voice control working.
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SmartThings Users & Presence
Link users and presence sensors in the new SmartThings app.
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SharpTools Themes
Style SharpTools dashboards with themes and visual polish.
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Fire Tablet & Dashboards
Fire tablet setup, wall dashboards, Google Play, SharpTools, mounts, and constant power.
SmartThings & SharpTools
SmartThings devices, Z-Wave repair, dashboards, SharpTools styling, and practical automations.
Alexa & Echo
Alexa setup, Echo devices, voice routines, Echo Speaks, and voice-control troubleshooting.
Security & Access
Doorbells, cameras, garage doors, smart locks, thermostats, and safety-minded installs.
Tesla & Media
Tesla app access, hidden charging, Nvidia Shield, and media-control workflows.
Latest Video Guides
Newest SimplySmart123 video companion posts with large thumbnails, setup notes, product links, and the full guide on each page.
Fire Tablet Battery Dies Fast? Display and Charging Fixes
If your Amazon Fire tablet battery drains fast or charging feels unreliable, start with display brightness, screen timeout, restart habits, and a decent USB-C charger and cable.
Make Your Fire Tablet Feel Faster with 0.5x Animations
This Fire OS 8 walkthrough shows how to enable Developer Options on an Amazon Fire tablet and set Window, Transition, and Animator duration scale to 0.5x without touching unrelated…
Fire Tablet Home Screen Messy? Clean Up Recommendations
If your Amazon Fire tablet home screen feels crowded or slow to use, this Fire OS 8 walkthrough shows where to find Home Screens settings and reduce recommendations, new item rows,…
Fire Tablet Slow? Update Fire OS and Restart the Right Way
Before you reset an Amazon Fire tablet, check for Fire OS updates and restart it correctly. This Fire OS 8 walkthrough shows the settings path, what to do before an update, and when…
Fire Tablet Notifications Annoying? Stop the Noisy Apps
If your Amazon Fire tablet keeps waking up, buzzing, or showing noisy alerts, this Fire OS 8 walkthrough shows how to open Settings, find app notifications, and turn off the apps…
Fire Tablet Storage Full? Delete Old Apps the Right Way
If your Amazon Fire tablet is slow or running out of storage, removing old apps can help. This Fire OS 8 walkthrough shows two ways to uninstall apps, how to avoid system apps, and…
Fire Tablet Storage Full? Clear Cache Without Deleting Your Stuff
If your Amazon Fire tablet is slow, freezing, or warning you about storage, try clearing app cache before you factory reset it. This Fire OS 8 walkthrough shows exactly how to get…
Fire Tablet Running Slow? 7 Settings That Actually Help (Fire OS 8)
If your Amazon Fire tablet is running slow, try these Fire OS 8 settings before you factory reset it. This walkthrough shows the exact taps for updates, home screen clutter,…
How to Mount a Smart Home Tablet on Wall with Constant Power for SharpTools Dashboards
In this video, I will show you how to mount a tablet to the wall using a recessed USB outlet and a tablet wall mount to create a clean look with constant power!
How To Set Up HomeLink In Your Tesla With An Overhead Door Opener
In this video, I will demonstrate how to set up HomeLink in your Tesla. Although it is a relatively simple process, you will require the instructions for your garage door and the…
Remove 👻 SmartThings Devices
Open the full SimplySmart123 companion guide for the video, setup notes, links, and related smart home buying guidance.
Easily Add Multiple Hubs to SharpTools | Your Smart Home United
Easily Add Multiple Hubs to SharpTools | Bringing Your Smart Home Together (2023)
Your Blinds Smart NOW | SmartThings, Amazon Alexa, iBlinds
This video will show you how to set up and use the iBlinds Z-Wave Plus smart horizontal blind motor and solar system with SmartThings and Amazon Alexa. By Installing the smart…
SharpTools on Fire Tablet WallPanel App | Best Settings Fast
In this video, I am going to show you how to Install and Set-up the WallPanel App on an Amazon Fire Tablet and get SharpTools Running full screen. This is an excellent FREE…
SharpTools Notifications Options | Pushover Set-Up
In this video, I will show you most of the options available for notifications in SharpTools. These include SMS notifications, Email notifications, Pushbullet notifications and we…
Tesla App | Track and Control Your Tesla Anywhere in the World
In this video, I am going to show you how you can locate, track and get the status of your car right from your Tesla App. For this to work your Tesla vehicle just needs to have…
Make your Echo Dot Portable Instantly | Free your Echo!
In this video, I will show you how to make your Echo Dot 3rd Generation portable. You will be able to take your Echo Dot anywhere without the need for a power cord. Just slip your…
Google Home Broadcasts In SmartThings | Google in SmartThings
In this video, I will show you how to make announcements or broadcasts to your google home devices from SmartThings. This will get your smart home talking with all of your Google…