# Smartthings API > Use the SmartThings Public REST API and automation models (rules, scenes), including endpoints for devices, locations, rooms, capabilities, automations, subscriptions, and rules, based on official documentation. Use when this capability is needed. - Skill: `tomevault-io/smartthings-api` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files) - Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add tomevault-io/smartthings-api` - Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/tomevault-io/smartthings-api/raw - Safety review: pending - Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex - Category: Docs & Writing - Author: tomevault-io (https://skillmd.com/u/tomevault-io) - Updated: 2026-09-17 - Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/tomevault-io/smartthings-api --- # SmartThings API Use this skill when working with the SmartThings Public API, or when building automations via Rules or Scenes. Always open the exact official doc pages from `references/` before answering so guidance stays current. ## Workflow 1. Identify the API surface (devices, locations, capabilities, automations, rules, scenes). 2. Open the official API overview and the specific automation docs. 3. For automation behavior, verify rules/scenes semantics in the docs. 4. Link the exact pages used in the response. ## References - API and automations links: `references/api-links.md` Load only the reference file needed for the user request. --- > Converted and distributed by [TomeVault](https://tomevault.io/claim/401unauthorized) — claim your Tome and manage your conversions.