# Scene

> A saved set of states for entities, like dimmed lights and closed blinds for watching a movie, that can be activated in one go.

Source: https://contributors.home-assistant.io/glossary/scene/

- In code: `scene`, `scenes.yaml`
- Also: scenes

Activating a scene sets each of its entities to the saved state. A scene does not run steps in order. For that, there are [scripts](https://contributors.home-assistant.io/glossary/script/).

## Related terms

- [Script](https://contributors.home-assistant.io/glossary/script/): A named sequence of actions that can run from an automation, a dashboard, or by voice.
- [Action](https://contributors.home-assistant.io/glossary/action/): Something Home Assistant can do, like turning on a light or sending a notification. Automations, scripts, and dashboards perform actions.