How to Organize Devices into Rooms in Apple Home

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Open the Home app

   Launch the Home app from your Home Screen. Ensure your iPhone or iPad is connected to the same iCloud account associated with your home hub.

2. 30 sec

   Access Room Settings

   Tap the ellipsis icon (three dots) in the top-right corner of the app dashboard. Select 'Edit' or 'Room Settings' from the dropdown menu to enter management mode.

3. 1 min

   Create a new room

   Navigate to the 'Rooms' tab. Tap the menu icon (three lines) in the top-left corner and select 'Add Room'. Enter the name of the room and select a wallpaper if desired.

   Note: Choose names that are easy for Siri to recognize, such as 'Living Room' or 'Kitchen'.
4. 1 min

   Assign accessories to the room

   Navigate to the 'Accessories' tab within the room settings. Select the devices you wish to move into this room. Toggle the switch for each device to confirm its new location.

5. 30 sec

   Review device placement

   Return to the main Home dashboard. Swipe horizontally across the top navigation bar to confirm your new room appears and contains the correct accessories.