An automated workflow using ifttt
Connects Google Assistant + Fitbit
Log weight in Fitbit with "OK Google"
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Assistant and Fitbit
It can be build using Ifttt, a no-code workflow automation tool. Ifttt allows you to create automated scripts using a simple drag-and-drop interface for non-technical users. This is a ready-made scenario, but it can be customized by adding more apps, actions, filters or branches.
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How it works?
When this trigger fires in Google Assistant
Say a phrase with a number in Google Assistant
This trigger fires when you say “Ok Google” to the Google Assistant followed by a phrase like “Set Nest thermostat to 68.” **Use the # symbol to specify where you'll say the number ingredient
Then this action happens in Fitbit
Log your weight in Fitbit
This Action will log a new weight measurement to Fitbit.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Log weight in Fitbit with "OK Google".
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Google Assistant and Fitbit to IFTTT.
Create IFTTT account.
Create IFTTT account if you don't have one.
Connect Google Assistant to IFTTT.
Give IFTTT access to your Google Assistant account, using Google Assistant credentials.
Connect Fitbit to IFTTT.
Give IFTTT access to your Fitbit account, using Fitbit credentials.
Part II
Build an integration workflow
Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of IFTTT.
Set up a Trigger action for Google Assistant
Choose the following trigger: Say a phrase with a number (This trigger fires when you say “Ok Google” to the Google Assistant followed by a phrase like “Set Nest thermostat to 68.” **Use the # symbol to specify where you'll say the number ingredient).
Then set up an Action for Fitbit
Choose this action: Log your weight (This Action will log a new weight measurement to Fitbit.).
Part III
Test and Publish
Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.
Customize data flow
Configure the data that is exchanged between Google Assistant and Fitbit.
Test the workflow and turn it on for production use
Test your scenario and publish to production. Now you have an automatic workflow, that will Log weight in Fitbit with "OK Google"!
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This trigger fires when you say “Ok Google” to the Google Assistant followed by a phrase like “Set Nest thermostat to 68.” **Use the # symbol to specify where you'll say the number ingredient
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Log your weight
This Action will log a new weight measurement to Fitbit.
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Apps you need
Meet your Google Assistant. Ask it questions. Tell it to do things. It's your own personal Google, always ready to help whenever you need it. Create custom voice commands for your Google Assistant. Available on Android, iOS and Google Home devices.
Google Assistant alternatives
Fitbit produces activity trackers, smart watches, wearable devices that measure number of steps walked, heart rate, quality of sleep, steps climbed, and other fitness & health metrics. The Fitbit mobile app is for people who use Fitbit devices to keep track of their activity goals, food plans, and other fitness related things.
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