Before you add an accessory such as a light or camera, be sure that it’s connected to a power source, is turned on, and has network connectivity.
Tap Home in the sidebar, then tap Add Accessory.
You can also tap 
at the top of the screen, then choose Add Accessory.
If you’re pairing a Matter accessory that was previously paired to another app, tap More options, then select your accessory.
Follow the onscreen instructions.
You may need to scan a QR code, enter an 8-digit HomeKit setup code found on the accessory itself (or its box or documentation), or enter an 11 or 21-digit code for Matter-enabled accessories. A HomeKit-supported smart TV displays a QR code for you to scan. You can assign the accessory to a room, and give it a name, and then use this name when controlling the accessory with Siri. You can also add suggested automations during setup.
When you set up AppleTV in tvOS and assign it to a room, it automatically appears in that room in the Home app on iPad.
Paired Matter accessories are synced across devices and stored in the Settings app using iCloud Keychain, regardless of which app you used to set them up. You can easily add a previously paired accessory that’s stored in Keychain to another Matter ecosystem app. To manage these accessories, go to Settings > General, then tap Matter accessories. See the Apple Support article Pair and manage your Matter accessories.
FAQs
Apple HomeKit does not support Android devices. Therefore, Apple HomeKit is usually only suitable for people who already have several Apple devices in their home. Make sure your home has a strong Wi-Fi network. This will make your experience with Apple HomeKit faster and smoother.
Why can't I add accessories to the home app? ›
Check the accessory manual to see if the accessory needs additional hardware, software updates or additional setup in the manufacturer's app. Make sure your accessory supports HomeKit, AirPlay or Matter. Make sure your iPhone or iPad, previously added accessories and home hubs are on the same Wi-Fi network.
How do I set home on my iPad? ›
Add or change your home address in Maps on your iPhone or iPad
- In the Maps app, scroll to Favorites and tap Add.
- Begin to type the address that you want to set as Home or Work, then tap the address when it's available.
- Scroll down to Type and tap My Home or My Work. ...
- Tap Done.
Set up accessories with Home on iPad
- Tap Home in the sidebar, then tap Add Accessory. You can also tap. at the top of the screen, then choose Add Accessory.
- If you're pairing a Matter accessory that was previously paired to another app, tap More options, then select your accessory.
- Follow the onscreen instructions.
To use your iPad as a home hub, it must remain in your home, powered on, and connected to your home Wi-Fi network. iPad is not supported as a home hub on the new, more reliable, and more efficient Home architecture, which is available as a separate upgrade in the Home app.
Is the iPad no longer supported as a home hub? ›
Initially, Apple allowed iPads to be used as a Home Hub. But now, it has discontinued this functionality in the latest iPadOS versions. Apple wants you to use HomePod, HomePod Mini, or Apple TV as the Home Hub. The recent changes in iPadOS have limited the iPad's functionality as a Home Hub.
How do you add accessories and scenes you add in the Home app? ›
Create a scene
- In the Home app, tap or click the Add button , then select Add Scene .
- Choose a suggested scene.
- To adjust the settings for an accessory, tap or click it. To change which accessories are included in the scene, tap or click Add or Remove Accessories. ...
- Tap or click Done.
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- Air Conditioners.
- Air Purifiers.
- Bridges.
- Cameras.
- Doorbells.
- Fans.
- Faucets.
- Garage Doors.
If the accessories aren't responding in the manufacturer's app, you may need to reset them. Restart any third-party bridges and all home hubs (HomePod, HomePod mini, and Apple TV) by unplugging then plugging them back into power. Remove accessories that aren't responding from the Home app.
What does home mean on iPad? ›
Use the Home button to unlock your iPad or make purchases using Touch ID. Press the Home button once to go to the Home screen. Press and hold to activate Siri. Volume buttons. Use to adjust the volume when listening to music, watching videos, or playing games.
Home Button
This is the button you will use most often and is located front and center at the bottom of the iPad.
What is home app in iPad? ›
The Apple Home app lets you control HomeKit accessories from an iPhone (or iPad). HomeKit accessories are things such as lights, thermostats, and locks that you deploy around your home.
What accessories go with an iPad? ›
The 12 best iPad accessories
- 2024 Apple Pencil Pro. ...
- Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) ...
- Satechi foldable aluminum stand. ...
- Mophie Powerstation Pro AC 27,00mAh power bank. ...
- Logitech Keys-to-Go Bluetooth keyboard. ...
- Astropad Rock Paper Pencil (version 2) matte screen protector and Apple Pencil tips.
Perhaps you use a lot of USB accessories and you find it annoying to unlock your iPhone or iPad each time. It's your decision. To disable USB Restricted Mode and let USB accessories function even while your device is locked, head to Settings > Touch ID & Passcode (or Face ID & Passcode). Enter your PIN to continue.
How do I connect Apple accessories? ›
Add other accessories to the Home app
- Power on your accessory* and make sure that it's nearby.
- Open the Home app on your iPhone or iPad and tap Add .
- Tap Add Accessory.
- Follow the instructions to scan a code or hold your device near the accessory to add it. ...
- When your accessory appears, tap it.
Prepare to use Apple HomeKit
Make sure your Apple device is connected to the same network as the TV. On the TV remote control, press the Input button and then select AirPlay . Select AirPlay & HomeKit settings. Select Set up HomeKit.
How do I activate Apple HomeKit? ›
On your Apple TV, open the Settings app. Choose Users and Accounts, select your account, choose iCloud, then make sure you're signed in with your Apple ID. You can now activate HomeKit accessories and run scenes that you've set up in the Home app on your other devices.
How to reset Apple Home Accessories? ›
Reset a home
In the Home app , tap or click the Home icon, then select Home Settings. At the bottom of the dialog, tap or click Remove Home, then tap or click Remove. Close the Home app. Find all home accessories, then reset each one to its factory settings.
at the top of the screen, then choose Add Accessory.
> General, then tap Matter accessories. See the Apple Support article Pair and manage your Matter accessories.