Entity Config
The Entity Config node provides configuration options for the different entity type nodes within Node-RED. It’s used to set up and manage the properties and settings for entities, ensuring they behave as expected within your automations and Home Assistant environment.
Configuration
Name
- Type:
string
The name of the entity that will show in Node-RED
Device
- Type:
string - device config documentation
A list of devices the entity can be associated with. This is used to group entities together in the UI.
Caveat
If the entity has already been registered with Home Assistant when no device was selected. The device will not be added to the Home Assistant until after Home Assistant has been restarted.
Type required
- Type:
string - Values:
binary_sensor|button|sensor|switch
Resend state and attributes
- Type:
boolean
When the entity in Home Assistant is created the state and attributes will also be set. This is only applicable with certain entities nodes.
Other Properties
Configuration options are available for the selected entities