HomeLayout by Xiaomi: A Complete Guide to Smart Space Management

If you own a Xiaomi Mi TV TV Or another smart device brand, you probably encountered the term HomeLayout — a mysterious feature that appears in the settings, then disappears after updates. Despite the lack of official documentation in Russian, this technology plays a key role in the Xiaomi ecosystem, especially for users integrating multiple gadgets into a single control system.

At first glance, HomeLayout may seem like another marketing term, but in fact it is the basis for automatically adapting the interface to your habits and the location of devices in the house. TV Q2 2026 with HomeLayout support, it can independently identify which Yeelight smart bulbs are in the same room and suggest scenarios for controlling them directly from the remote. However, many users confuse this feature with the Mi Home app or MiOT protocol, which leads to errors in settings.

In this article, we will discuss in detail:

• 🔍 What is HomeLayout and How is it Different from Mi Home and Google Home?
• 📱 What Xiaomi devices support this feature (list of models 2022-2026.)
• ⚙️ Step-by-step instructions for setting up and synchronization
• ⚠️ Typical errors and how to fix them (e.g. code 2103 or no devices in the list)

1. HomeLayout Xiaomi – What it is in simple words

HomeLayout is Xiaomi’s proprietary technology that automatically detects the physical location of smart devices in your home and adapts the control interface. Unlike Mi Home, where you manually add gadgets to rooms, HomeLayout uses:

• 📡 Analyzing Wi-Fi and Bluetooth signals to estimate distance between devices
• 🔄 Interaction data (for example, if you often turn on a Yeelight lamp from your TV remote, the system will assume that they are in the same room)
• 📱 Smartphone geolocation (if access is allowed)

Simply put, HomeLayout tries to restore the plan of your home without manual input. For example, if you have a Xiaomi Mi TV in your living room. TV A2 65", Xiaomi Soundbar column and Yeelight lamp LED Strip, the system will group them together and suggest scenarios like "Movie Night" or "Cleaning Up».

⚠️ Note: HomeLayout only works with devices connected to the same Mi Account and located on the same Wi-Fi network. AX6000 In the mesh network, the function may determine the location incorrectly.

It is important to understand that HomeLayout is not a standalone application, but a built-in module in the firmware of Xiaomi devices.

• 📺 Mi TV (Starting with the Mi model TV 4S 2020)
• 🔊 Smart Speaker (Xiaomi Smart Speaker)
• 💡 Smart lighting (Yeelight, Mijia)
• 🏠 Home Home Hub (Xiaomi Mi Home Hub)

2. The difference between HomeLayout and Mi Home and Google Home

Many users confuse HomeLayout with the Mi Home app or Google Home platform, but these are fundamentally different things.

The main advantage of HomeLayout is automation, for example, if you move a Yeelight lamp from the bedroom to the hallway, the system will update its location in scenarios in 1-2 days. In Mi Home or Google Home, you will have to do it manually.

However, HomeLayout has limitations:

• ❌ Does not support third-party devices (such as Philips Hue or Samsung SmartThings)
• ❌ It can be wrong to identify rooms if devices are close to the boundary of Wi-Fi coverage areas.
• ❌ No ability to edit automatically created scripts (only use or disable)

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HomeLayout is not a replacement for Mi Home, but an addition to it. It is optimal to use both systems together: Mi Home for manual settings, HomeLayout for automatic scripting.

3 What Xiaomi devices support HomeLayout

The HomeLayout feature isn’t available on all Xiaomi gadgets, and here’s the current list of supported devices (as of June 2026):

Televisions

• 📺 Xiaomi Mi TV Q2 2026 (all diagonally)
• 📺 Xiaomi Mi TV A2 2023 (from 55" and above)
• 📺 Redmi Smart TV X Pro 2023
• 📺 Xiaomi TV 6 Pro 2022 (update required) MIUI TV 3.0+)

Smart speakers and sound panels

• 🔊 Xiaomi Smart Speaker Pro
• 🔊 Xiaomi Soundbar 3.1
• 🔊 Redmi Sonics Soundbar

Hubs and controllers of the smart home

• 🏠 Xiaomi Mi Home Hub 2
• 🏠 Aqara Hub M2 (2.0.7 firmware+)

To check if your device supports HomeLayout:

1. Open the Settings. → Smart home. → HomeLayout (on TVs, the path may be different: Settings) → System system → Smart governance).
2. If there is no partition, upgrade the firmware to the latest version.
3. On some models, the feature is hidden and activated only after connecting at least 3 Xiaomi devices to the same network.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs older than 2020, HomeLayout may not work as well due to iron limitations. TV 4S 55′′ 2019 feature is available, but often “forgets” device location after reboot.

4. Step-by-step setting up HomeLayout

To set up HomeLayout, follow this instruction. Example given for the Xiaomi Mi TV TV Q2 65" but the steps are relevant for other supported devices as well.

Step 1: Device preparation

Make sure all devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network|Update the firmware on TV and gadgets|Sign in to one Mi Account on all devices|Place the devices in the rooms where they will be used (do not move 2-3 days)-->

Step 2: Activation of the function

1. On the TV remote, press Settings.
2. Go to the Smart Home → HomeLayout.
3. Turn on the switch Automatic location determination.
4. Confirm access to geolocation (if requested).

Step 3: Synchronizing devices

Once activated, the system will start scanning, which can take anywhere from 10 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the number of gadgets. → Synchronization status.

If devices are not defined:

• 🔄 Reboot the TV and gadgets.
• 📶 Check the strength of the Wi-Fi signal (must be at least lower) -60 dBm).
• 🔌 Make sure the router is offline. AP Isolation (customer isolation).

Step 4: Verification and adjustment

After the synchronization is complete:

1. Open the section of the Smart Home → My devices.
2. Check if the gadgets are grouped correctly by room.
3. If there are errors, manually transfer the device to the desired room (long click on the icon).

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If HomeLayout doesn't see a new device (like a Yeelight bulb), try adding it to the Mi Home app first, and then restarting the TV. Often this helps speed up sync.

5. Common mistakes and their solutions

When using HomeLayout, users often face typical problems, and let's look at the most common and ways to fix them.

Error 1: Code 2103 ("Unable to determine location")

This error occurs when the system is unable to analyze the signals of the devices.

• 📵 Weak Wi-Fi signal: Move router closer or use repeater.
• 🔒 Geolocation Lock: Allow access in TV settings (Settings) → Confidentiality).
• 🔄 Conflict with VPN: turn off VPN TV-and-smartphone.

Mistake 2: Devices are detected in incorrect rooms

If the lamp from the kitchen was in the list of "Bedroom", try:

1. Physically move the device to the desired room and wait 12-24 hours.
2. Manually transfer it to the correct room in the HomeLayout settings.
3. If the error is repeated, reset your smart home settings (Settings) → Smart home. → Reset the configuration).

Error 3: HomeLayout is not included

If the HomeLayout section is not in the menu:

• 📥 Update the TV firmware to the latest version.
• 🔧 Check the region of the device: the feature may be disabled in some countries (e.g. India or the EU due to the use of the device). GDPR). To change the region, use the command: adb shell setprop persist.sys.region CN (Note: This may violate the guarantee!)
• 📦 Make sure that all system applications are installed on the TV (sometimes they are removed when manually cleaning the memory).

⚠️ Warning: If HomeLayout stopped working after resetting, don't restore backup via Mi Account - this can bring back the old configuration with errors.

6. Advanced HomeLayout features

In addition to the basic group of devices, HomeLayout offers several hidden features for power users:

Automatic time and location scenarios

The system can create dynamic scenarios based on:

• ⏰ Time of day: for example, dim the light after 22:00.
• 📍 Your location: Turn on the heater when you are approaching home (requires a Mi Band or smartphone with Mi Account).
• 🎮 Activity: Run the Movie Mode when Netflix is enabled.

To set up these scenarios:

1. Go to the Smart Home → Automation → Add a rule.
2. Select a trigger (e.g. Time or Geolocation).
3. Specify devices and activities (e.g. Yeelight Lamp) → Brightness 30%).

Integration with voice assistants

HomeLayout is compatible with:

• 🎤 Alice (Yandex): through the skill Xiaomi Smart Home.
• 🎤 Google Assistant: Requires Mi Account Linking in Google Home.
• 🎤 Siri: Only through HomeKit (limited support).

An example of a voice command for Alice:

Alice, turn on the script "Evening cinema" on Xiaomi TV

(The script must be pre-created in HomeLayout)

Local management without the Internet

Unlike Mi Home, HomeLayout can work locally if:

• All devices are connected to the same network.
• Cloud service disabled (Settings) → Smart home. → Mode of work → Local).
• The hub (Xiaomi Mi Home Hub) is used, not cloud servers.

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Local HomeLayout mode reduces delays in execution of commands, but deprives the possibility of external control (for example, via the Internet).

7. HomeLayout's future: What to expect in new updates

According to insiders and firmware tests MIUI TV 4.0 (expected to be in 2026-2026), HomeLayout will have new features:

• 🏡 3D-Home map: visualization of device location in augmented reality format (AR) smartphone-camera.
• 🤖 AI recommendations: The system will offer optimal scenarios based on your habits (e.g., “You usually watch movies on Fridays – want to turn on the movie mode?»).
• 🔗 Matter support: Integration with other brands (e.g. Philips Hue or Nest).
• 🚗 Smart home for cars: synchronization with Xiaomi SU7 (electric car brand) for automation by geolocation.

HomeLayout is also expected to be available on Xiaomi smartphones (starting with Xiaomi 14 Ultra) as widgets for quick smart home control right from the lock screen.

Xiaomi is rumored to be testing a “HomeLayout for Tenants” feature, a temporary profile that allows you to manage a smart home without being tied to the owner’s main account, which is relevant for rental housing or hotels with smart appliances.

FAQ: Frequent questions about HomeLayout