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If you have a Xiaomi smart device, it is very likely that you have it synchronized with the Mi Home app. This application allows you to group all the accessories of the intelligent Xiaomi ecosystem, in order to easily control them, create routines or link them with different shortcuts. Many of these devices are compatible with Google Home and Assistant, but to use them with Google's smart assistant they need to be linked in one way. In this guide we tell you step by step how you have to do it.
First of all, you need to have the Mi Home app installed on your Xiaomi mobile (it is also compatible with any other Android mobile and iPhone). Also, you must have the devices linked in the app. Many of them are compatible with Google Assistant, but older ones are not supported, so you will not be able to use them with Google Home . Among the Xiaomi devices compatible with Google Home we find the Yeelight and Mi Smart Bulb smart bulbs, the Mi Home camera, Xiaomi smart lamps, sensors, etc.
After checking that all your devices are synced, download the Google Home app from the Play Store. Is free. If you have a Google Home or Home Mini in your house, you already have to have it installed on your phone. In the app, click on the '+' button that appears in the upper left area. Next, click where it says 'Configure Device'.
Pair the Mi Home app with Google Assistant
Two options will appear here. The first allows us to configure a smart device that integrates the Google Assistant or that is fully compatible. This option is used to sync Google Home or Nest devices. The option that interests us is the second, since it links the smart services that we already have activated, such as third-party smart bulbs. Or in this case, the Mi Home devices.
When we click on the second option, a list with all the compatible services will appear . Click on the search button and type 'My Home'. The application will appear in the list. Click on it and log into your Xiaomi account. It is very important that you log in with the same account you have in the app, otherwise the devices will not sync. After logging in, the app will confirm the details and link your account with the Assistant.
Afterwards, all the smart devices that you have in Mi Hom e will appear. Select those that you want to link with Google Home and Assistant. It will also ask you to confirm the address. This is very important, since in case you want to create routines you will need the address to be the same as the other devices. Finally, the devices will be linked and you will be able to use Mi Home with Google Assistant.
I can't link My Home with Google Home
There may be some glitches when linking the app with the Wizard. The most common is seeing that Mi Home does not appear on Google Home. To fix this, uninstall the Google Home app and reinstall it. Do the same with the Mi Home app (don't worry, you won't have to sync accessories again). Check for updates available on Google Play for both apps. Then repeat the process again. If the app still does not appear in the list, please contact Xiaomi technical support.
