Alexa skills

Simply say "Add (item name) to my shopping list." Alexa will confirm the item has been added. To “view” your list, say "Alexa, what's on my shopping list?" and ask Alexa to read the items on your list.

You can enable third-party Skills like Allrecipes or Food Network Kitchen to browse recipes. In addition, Alexa can also help you find recipes. Say "Find a (dish name) recipe." Alexa will respond with a recipe you can follow. You can also ask for recipes by category or cuisine.

Setting timers with Alexa is simple. Say "Set a (duration) timer." To check how much time is left, say "Alexa, how much time is left on my (timer name) timer?"

Alexa allows you to control multiple devices, with a single voice command, enabling you to create a smart home routine. All you need to do is open the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.

You can customise the action for each device as needed. For example, you can set the temperature for your thermostat or choose a specific playlist for your music. Once you have added all the actions you want, tap "Save" to create your routine.

To use your routine, simply say "Alexa, (routine name)" or select the routine from the "Routines" tab in the Alexa app. That's it! You have now created a smart home routine that can make your daily routine more efficient and convenient.

Ensure your smart lights are connected to your Alexa device, and group them together using the Alexa app to control multiple lights with a single voice command. You can also control your smart thermostat with Alexa by saying "Set the temperature to (desired temperature)."

With Alexa, you can easily control your smart thermostat using just your voice, making it a convenient way to manage your home's temperature. Ensure that you are using a compatible smart thermostat - most major smart thermostat brands, such as: Nest, Ecobee, and Honeywell are compatible - but you can check the Alexa app for a full list of compatible devices. 

Get the weather report with Alexa by saying "What's the weather today?" or "What's the weather like in (city name)?" Alexa will provide you with a brief weather report that includes the temperature, humidity, chance of thunderstorms and rain. If you have a compatible smart home device, such as a smart thermostat or smart sprinkler system, Alexa can use the weather information to make adjustments to your device settings!

You can create a to-do list with Alexa and even mark tasks as completed once you've finished them. Say "Create a to-do list" or "Add (task name) to my to-do list" to start adding tasks to your list. You can add as many tasks as you need. You can also ask Alexa to read your to-do list back to you by saying "What's on my to-do list?" or "What tasks do I have left to do?"

With Alexa, you can easily control your smart TV or streaming device hands-free. Just remember to enable the Skill for your specific device before using voice commands to control it. You will need to connect your smart TV or streaming device to your wifi network and ensure that it's linked to your Amazon account. Use the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet to enable the Skill for your smart TV or streaming device.

Create a note by activating Alexa and say "Create a note" or "Add (note title) to my notes" to create a new note or add a note to your existing notes. 

The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association UK offers an Alexa Skill that provides the latest information and advice on looking after your guide dog. This Skill provides guidance on topics such as grooming, feeding, and exercise, as well as information about the organization's services and events.

To enable the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association UK Skill on your Alexa-enabled device, you can say "Alexa, enable Guide Dogs for the Blind Association UK" or search for the Skill in the Alexa Skills Store. Once enabled, you can access the Skill by saying "Alexa, open Guide Dogs" and then asking for the information or advice you need.

RNIB (Royal National Institute of Blind People) offers an Alexa Skill called "RNIB Talking Books" that provides access to a large library of audiobooks.

To enable the RNIB Talking Books Skill on your Alexa-enabled device, you can say "Alexa, enable RNIB Talking Books" or search for the Skill in the Alexa Skills Store. Once enabled, you can access the Skill by saying "Alexa, open RNIB Talking Books" and then asking for a specific book or author.

There are several Alexa Skills that offer access to local talking newspapers.Here are some examples:

• RNIB Newsagent: This Skill provides access to a wide range of newspapers and magazines, including several local talking newspapers.
• My Talking Newspaper: This Skill provides access to local talking newspapers from around the UK, as well as a selection of national newspapers.
• Talking Newspaper Association of the UK: This Skill provides access to a large selection of local talking newspapers from across the UK.

You can find and manage your Alexa Skills in the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet. Here's how:

1. Open the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.
2. Tap on the menu icon in the top left corner of the screen.
3. Select "Skills & Games" from the menu.

To enable Alexa Skills, you can follow these steps:

1. Open the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.
2. Tap on the menu icon in the top left corner of the screen.
3. Select "Skills & Games" from the menu.
4. Here, you can browse popular and recommended Skills, or search for a specific Skill using the search bar at the top of the screen.
5. Once you find a Skill you want to enable, tap on it to view more information.
6. Tap the "Enable" button to enable the Skill.
7. Follow any additional prompts or instructions to link your account or set up the Skill, if necessary.

Alternatively, you can enable Alexa Skills using voice commands on your Alexa-enabled device. Simply say "Alexa, enable [Skill name]" to enable a specific Skill. Alexa will confirm when the Skill has been enabled.

Once a Skill has been enabled, you can use it by saying "Alexa, open [Skill name]" or by invoking it directly with a voice command.

Many Alexa Skills are free to use, but some may require a fee or subscription to access all of their features or content. For example, some Skills may require a one-time purchase to unlock additional content or functionality, while others may require a recurring subscription fee.

It's important to note that Alexa Skills may also incur additional charges for data usage or other services, such as music or video streaming. Be sure to review the terms and conditions of each Skill before using it to understand any potential costs or fees.