## Introduction to Xiaomi Home Assistant
The Xiaomi Home Assistant is a smart home system that integrates various devices, including air purifiers, to provide a seamless and automated experience. The system relies on entities to control and monitor devices, and any issues with these entities can affect the overall performance of the system.
## The Problem: Incorrect Entity Type for Filter Reset Filter Life
A user has reported an issue with the Filter Reset Filter Life entity for one of their air purifiers. Specifically, the entity is displayed as a text box instead of a button, which is the expected behavior. This issue affects the zhimi.airp.cpa4 device, while the xiaomi.airp.cpa4 device is functioning correctly.
## Steps to Reproduce the Issue
To reproduce the issue, follow these steps:
1. Go to Settings > Devices & Services > Xiaomi Home
2. Select the air purifier device
3. Look for the Filter Reset Filter Life entity
The expected behavior is that the entity should be a button, not a text box. The issue has been reported to occur on August 21, 2025, with the following system configuration:
* Home Assistant Core Version: 2025.8.2
* Home Assistant Operation System Version: 16.1
* Xiaomi Home Integration Version: v0.4.2
## Troubleshooting and Resolution
To resolve the issue, the user should check the device settings and configuration to ensure that the entity is correctly defined. Additionally, updating the Xiaomi Home Integration to the latest version may resolve the issue. If the problem persists, the user should provide more details about the system configuration and logs to help diagnose the issue.
## Conclusion
The Xiaomi Home Assistant is a powerful tool for managing smart home devices, but issues with entities can affect its performance. By following the steps to reproduce the issue and troubleshooting the problem, users can resolve the Filter Reset Filter Life entity issue and ensure that their air purifier devices are functioning correctly. The Xiaomi Home Assistant community and support team are available to provide further assistance and guidance in resolving this and other issues.