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How to Set Up a Smart Routine on Amazon Alexa (Echo)
Follow these simple steps to set up a smart routine on your Amazon Alexa (Echo). Each step is one action — nice and easy.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Open the Alexa app on your phone or tablet.
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Tap "More" at the bottom, then tap "Routines".
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Tap the "+" icon to create a new routine.
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Set a trigger — for example, "When I say Alexa, good morning."
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Add actions — like turn on the lights, read the news, and tell the weather.
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Tap "Save" to activate your routine.
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Test it by saying your trigger phrase.
Helpful Tip
A popular routine is "Good morning" — it turns on lights, reads the weather, and tells you the day's events. Another is "Good night" which turns everything off and sets an alarm.
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