Apple iOS 15 tips and tricks: How to group accessories in the Home app

We all know how effortless it is to control our HomeKit accessories with the Home app on iPhone. But if you are want to use a group of accessories with the tap of a single button, then the Group accessories feature of the Home app will be the best for you. In this article, we will tell you how you can group accessories in the Home app.

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What is the Home app?

The Home app helps you to securely control and automate HomeKit-enabled accessories, such as lights, smart TVs, and thermostats.

When you set up supported security cameras, you can capture video, and receive a notification when a camera recognizes someone at your door or when a package is left at the door. You can also open a compatible lock with a home key, group multiple speakers to play the same audio, and send and receive Intercom messages on supported devices. With Home, you can control any Works with Apple HomeKit accessory using iPhone.

How to Group accessories in the Home app:

You can control multiple accessories with the tap of a button by grouping them.

Step1: Touch and hold an accessory, swipe up on the screen or tap the Settings button, then tap Group with Other Accessories.

Step2: Tap the accessory you want to group with this accessory—another light in the room, for example.

Step3: In the Group Name field, type a name for the group.

Step4: Tap Done.

If you want the group to appear on the Home screen in Home, turn on Include in Favorites.