Enhancing Xiaomi Home Assistant with Binary Sensor Support
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The current Xiaomi Home integration plugin utilizes the sensor class for all its sensors. However, it is recommended to use the binary sensor class for binary sensors, which can provide more accurate and translation-friendly results. The Home Assistant official documentation supports binary sensor types, including BinarySensorDeviceClass.MOVING for motion sensors and BinarySensorDeviceClass.OPENING for door and window sensors. By implementing binary sensor support, the integration can directly import and use these official translations, eliminating the need for manual translation and improving overall functionality. This enhancement can also enable seamless integration with homekit, allowing for a more streamlined and efficient smart home experience.

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