How to Install Your SwitchBot Curtain Bot
- Attach Hooks and Install on Rod
- Add the Bot in the SwitchBot App
- Calibrate the Travel
- Set Schedules and Control
Most users complete this in under 20 minutes
Overview
SwitchBot SwitchBot Curtain 3 / Curtain Rod 2 setup takes under 15 minutes for most users — if you're stuck, the steps below target the specific points where installs stall.
This guide covers the installation of the SwitchBot Curtain, a small robot that automates your existing curtains. It explains how to attach the bot to your curtain rod, pair it with the SwitchBot app, and calibrate it to fully open and close your curtains.
Why This Happens in Real Homes
The SwitchBot Curtain clips onto your existing curtain rod or rail and walks along it to open and close the drapes — so a good install starts with choosing the right version and rod-type setting for your track (I-rail, U-rail, or a round rod). A center-split curtain that meets in the middle needs two units, one for each side.
Confirm your curtains are within the weight limit and the rod is clean for grip, mount the unit on the track, and select the matching rod type in the app. Then calibrate the fully-open and fully-closed positions so it learns the travel. It pairs over Bluetooth; add a SwitchBot Hub for schedules and control while you're away.
What's Included
- Installing the Curtain
- Rod type selection
- Won't grip the rod
- Mounting on a rail vs rod
- Calibration after install
- Curtain too heavy
- Won't move along the track
- Center-split (two-unit) setup
Got your materials ready? Here's what to check first.
Before You Start
- Wrong rod/rail type selected
- Incorrect model for the rail type
- Curtain heavier than rated
- Rod/track dirty or rough
- Not calibrated after mounting
- Only one unit on a center-split curtain
- Battery low out of the box
- Hub not set up for remote
Don't skip this step — it breaks everything if you do
For voice control and remote access outside your home, you will need a SwitchBot Hub (sold separately).
Tools & Requirements
Installation Steps
Attach Hooks and Install on Rod
Select the correct pair of hooks for your curtain rod type (Rod, U-Rail, or I-Rail) and attach them to the main SwitchBot Curtain unit. Then, hang the assembled bot on your curtain rod, typically between the first and second grommets or hooks of the curtain.
Add the Bot in the SwitchBot App
Open the SwitchBot app on your smartphone and make sure Bluetooth is enabled. Tap the '+' icon to add a new device and select 'Curtain' from the list. The app will search for the bot and guide you through the quick pairing process.
Calibrate the Travel
Calibration is a important step. The app will instruct you to manually move your curtain to the fully open and fully closed positions. This teaches the bot the total travel distance, ensuring it opens and closes the curtain completely every time it operates.
Set Schedules and Control
Once calibrated, you can control your curtains directly from the app. You can also set schedules to have them open and close automatically at specific times of the day. For voice control with Alexa or Google Assistant, you will need to pair the bot with a SwitchBot Hub.
Installation Tips
Still stuck? This is usually the deeper cause below.
Make sure to select the correct hook type for your curtain rod before installation. Using the wrong hooks can prevent proper operation.
Before you go — these SwitchBot guides fix most remaining issues.
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Official Manufacturer Manual
SwitchBot provides official product documentation through their online manual rather than downloadable PDF. Access setup guides, troubleshooting steps, and product specifications for your SwitchBot Curtain 3 / Curtain Rod 2.
Source: support.switch-bot.com
Need More Help? SwitchBot Support
Note: The contact information below connects you directly to SwitchBot's official customer support team, not Trunetto. They can help with warranty claims, device replacements, and advanced technical issues.
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