Home app
Does anyone know why when I go to add an accessory nothing happens? I reset my phone so I have nothing in the home app right now but still when I hit an accessory I think I’m supposed to get another screen or prompt
iPhone 14 Plus
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ColleenD1
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Hi Mstrlucky74,
Welcome to Apple Support Communities. We understand that you're having an issue with adding an accessory to your Home app. We'd like to help.
Since it appears that you're looking for help with the steps, and what might be expected, this link will walk you through the steps: Add a HomeKit accessory to the Home app - Apple Support
Before you add an accessory
Update your iPhone or iPad to the latest version of iOS or iPadOS.
* Make sure that your accessory is powered on and nearby.
* Check the accessory's manual to see if it needs additional hardware to work with HomeKit.
Add accessories with your iPhone or iPad
To add an accessory to the Home app, use your iPhone or iPad. You can't add accessories to the Home app on Mac.
1. Open the Home app and tap Add.
2. Tap Add Accessory.
3. Use the camera on your iPhone or iPad to scan the eight-digit HomeKit code, or QR code on the accessory or accessory documentation. If you have an iPhone 7 or later and seeon your accessory, hold your iPhone near the accessory to add it.
4. When your accessory appears, tap it. If asked to Add Accessory to Network, tap Allow.
5. Assign your accessory to a room and name it to help you identify it in the Home app and control it with Siri.
6. Tap Continue, then tap Done.
Some accessories, speakers, and smart TVs might require software updates or additional setup with the manufacturer’s app.
Samsung AirPlay 2-compatible smart TVs don't support HomeKit and can't be added to the Home app.
Hope that helps.
Cheers!