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How to set up a Hue Tap dial switch

All Hue products follow the same easy QR code setup, so you can scan and set up all your Hue devices at the same time.

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1. Do you have more than one Hue device to add?
Keep them all together! You’ll scan all of their QR codes during the same step.

2. Do you have the Hue app?
Download it in your phone’s app store.

 

Connect with a Bridge

Tap dial switch setup instructions

Your Bridge should be connected and added to your Hue app. 

Haven’t done that yet? Learn how to set up the Bridge.

 

1. Open the Hue app.

2. On your Home tab, tap the three dots (…) icon. Then, tap Add devices

Two smartphones displaying a smart lighting app interface with scene options, light controls, and a menu to add device, edit, or delete room.

Note: You can also open the Settings tab, and then tap Devices. Tap the blue plus (+) icon in the top right corner.

Two smartphones display a smart lighting app showing Settings and Devices screens, with options for lights, switches, sensors, and device groups.

3. Choose a Room to add the switch to.

A smartphone screen displays an app interface asking ""Where do you want to add devices?"" with room options and a selection indicator.

4. Scan the QR code.
     If you have more Hue devices to add, scan them now. Once they’ve been successfully scanned, tap Next

Note: If your product doesn’t have a QR code, tap No QR code to add it by searching or using its serial number.

Two smartphone screens showing an app interface for adding devices and scanning QR codes, with buttons for ""Scan QR code"" and ""Next"".

5. Follow the guided steps.
     The app will walk you through the last steps, where you’ll also customize the switch’s settings.

Two smartphones display instructions for adding and troubleshooting a Tap dial switch, with buttons labeled ""I need help"" and ""LED is blinking"".
A smartphone screen displays an app interface confirming a tap dial switch connection with a checkmark and a ""Next"" button.

Need help?

Browse our FAQ or contact Support. 

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*When a bulb displays "Up to" a certain number of lumens in its specifications, it displays the maximum lumen output of the bulb. It shows how bright the bulb can get at 2700 K (White bulbs) or 4000 K (White ambiance or White and color ambiance bulbs). Learn more about brightness