Set up Alexa in a Few Easy Steps
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Steps
Follow Some Steps of Alexa Echo Setup Your Devices
Step 1.
Download the Alexa app
The first step is to download the Alexa app–available on both the App Store and Google Play Store–on your smartphone. The app allows you to do many things, including setting up your Echo device, managing Alexa settings, linking your compatible smart home appliances, setting up Alexa Routines, enabling Alexa Skills, and much more.
Once you’ve downloaded the Alexa app and logged into your Amazon account, you’ll be prompted to register your new device.
Step 2
Connecting Alexa to your phone using the app
Once you’ve set up the Alexa app, you can use it to connect your Echo device to your phone by following these six simple steps:
- Select Bluetooth Devices, and then Pair A New Device
2. Put your Bluetooth device in pairing mode
3. Open the Alexa app
4. Select Devices
5. Select your device
6. Select Device Settings
Step 3.
Connecting your Echo to WiFi
If you need help connecting your Echo to WiFi, below are the steps:
1. Go to your device page in the Alexa app and tap Devices in the bottom bar.
2. Once you’ve clicked on your specific device, you’ll see a window at the bottom of the screen labeled Status that will give you information about your WiFi connectivity.
3. You can also try saying, “Alexa, are you connected to the internet?” and Alexa will provide network diagnostics for your device. Find more information on WiFi connectivity.
Step 4.
Setting up voice ID
After connecting your Echo to the internet, you’ll be prompted to set up voice ID as you register your Echo device. Voice ID is a great way to kick-start the benefits of using Alexa. The opt-in service allows you to get a personalised experience for a range of features by saying a few prompted phrases in the app. Voice ID can help with sending personal messages from your Echo or having reminders sent to your phone. Learn how to set up voice ID.
Step 5.
Connecting Alexa to Amazon Music, Spotify, and Apple Music
Register an account for a music service provider to listen to your favourite tunes. Your Echo smart speaker can play music from Amazon Music and third-party services including Spotify, JioSaavn, and Apple Music. If you’re also setting up a Fire TV device, simply download the respective music service provider’s app from the App Store.
To connect your Echo smart speaker to any of these music providers, tap More from the bottom bar of the Alexa app and click Settings. Then tap Music & Podcasts under Alexa Preferences, and then choose Link New Service. From there, simply select your music service provider and follow the on-screen instructions. Once you’re connected, you can play music using simple voice commands.
Alexa Reviews
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Open the Alexa app and tap More > Settings > Alexa Privacy > Review Voice History. This will bring up a menu of everything you’ve asked Alexa.
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You can see and manage your entire recording history with Alexa via Amazon’s Alexa Privacy page. Here, you’re able to review your voice.
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Tap “Review Voice History.” The Review Voice History screen is shown, where you can view all of your Alexa voice recording history.
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FAQ
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How do I connect my Echo device to the Wi-Fi?
If your Echo device loses its Internet connection or has intermittent Wi-Fi connectivity issues, first try restarting your Echo device. Remove the power adapter, wait 30 seconds and then reconnect it. Make sure you’re using the power adapter included with your Echo device. If connectivity issues persist, see our Troubleshoot Wi-Fi Connectivity Issues Help & Customer Service Page for common Wi-Fi connectivity resolution recommendations.
Did you buy this Echo device as a gift?
If you haven’t already, don’t forget to de-register your Echo device before gifting. Also, remember to forward helpful welcome emails to help them get started with their new device.
How do I get started using my Echo device?
Check out the Alexa Skills and Features for new things to try.
What is Brief Mode Mode?
With Brief Mode, Alexa speaks less and may play a short sound instead of giving a voice response.
What are the different Alexa light ring notifications?
Learn more about the different color Alexa light ring notifications and their meanings.
Need to reset Alexa?
Having trouble with your Echo device? Restart your device first to see if it resolves the problem. Just unplug the power adapter from the device or the outlet and then plug it back in.
How do I change the volume settings on Alexa?
Is Alexa talking too softly or too loudly? Adjust the volume of Echo devices with your voice, or by touch using either the volume controls on-device or in the Alexa app. Try saying, “Alexa, set the volume to [1-10].“ Instructions on how to adjust the volume through the Alexa app are here.
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