How to Add a Matter Device to Your Smart Home

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Confirm network requirements

   Ensure your smartphone is connected to a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network. If using a Thread-based device, verify your Border Router, such as a HomePod or Apple TV, is powered on and updated to the latest firmware.

   Note: Matter devices require the controlling hub to reside on the same local network subnet.
2. 30 sec

   Power on the device

   Plug in your Matter device or install the required batteries. Wait for the status indicator light to blink, indicating the device is in pairing mode and ready to broadcast its temporary network.

   Note: If the device does not blink, consult the manufacturer manual to trigger a factory reset.
3. 30 sec

   Open your controller app

   Launch your primary smart home application, such as Apple Home, Google Home, or Amazon Alexa. Locate the Add Accessory or Plus (+) icon in the top right corner of the dashboard.

4. 1 min

   Scan the Matter code

   Select Scan QR Code or Add Matter Accessory. Use your smartphone camera to scan the unique Matter QR code found on the device chassis or the physical packaging.

   Note: If the code is unreadable, select Enter Code Manually and type the numeric string provided on the device label.
5. 1 min

   Assign device metadata

   Follow the on-screen prompts to name your device and assign it to a specific room within your home. This ensures consistent voice control across all integrated assistants.

6. 30 sec

   Test device connectivity

   Toggle the device status from within the application to confirm a successful handshake. Once operational, the device status will update in real-time across all other Matter-linked controllers in your household.

   Note: Matter allows multi-admin support, enabling you to add the same device to multiple controller platforms simultaneously.