If you own an Amazon device (or just go online besides messenger), you’ve probably heard the name Alexa. It’s the name you should say if you use Amazon Echo and want to give your virtual assistant a task. And even without the Echo, you may run into Amazon Alexa as it is increasingly being integrated into new devices.
Alexa is a virtual assistant developed by Amazon and made its first appearance in the Amazon Echo and Amazon Echo Dot smart speakers. Using voice commands, Alexa allows you to control the soundbar using Amazon Alexa-equipped devices. You can use it to play and stop music, skip tracks, and control volume. Here is how to make Alexa louder.
How to make Alexa louder using volume buttons
If you can’t hear exactly what Alexa is saying to you, the first thing you should do is turn up the volume on your smart speaker, your smartphone, or any other Alexa device. You can usually do this by using the buttons on the side or top of your device.
On any Amazon Echo device, you may find physical buttons to control volume. Most devices have “plus” and “minus” buttons to adjust the volume. Some Echo speakers use a dial. Rotate the dial on the top of the device to control the volume.
This method is simple. However, if you want to engage in fine-tuning your device’s sound system and volume levels, the following approach may suit you better.
How to make Alexa louder using voice commands
The easiest way to control Alexa speaker volume is through voice commands. You can control whatever Alexa does use voice commands. This is the main function of your voice assistant. You can even make voice calls with Alexa, for example. All you have to do is ask her.
You can ask Alexa to change the volume from zero to 10. For example, you might say “Alexa, set the volume to 3”, which means 30 percent of the device’s volume. You can also say “Alexa, increase the volume by 2” or “Alexa, increase the volume by 20 percent. If you’re not sure of the current volume level, you can ask: “Alexa, what is the current volume?”
If you still don’t hear your Alexa well, it might make sense to change her voice to a male voice or even some kind of celebrity voice. Of course, you can do this with a voice command or through a special app.
How to make Alexa louder using the Alexa app
Absolutely, this is the least convenient way to change the volume on the Alexa app. App does have one advantage. It allows you to change the volume from 0 to 100, which gives you much finer control over the exact volume. So, if you want to make Alexa louder or softer using the app, you have to follow these steps:
- First of all, open the Alexa app on your mobile device.
- Select “Devices” at the bottom right corner of the screen.
- Then, choose “Echo & Alexa” in the upper left corner of the screen.
- Search for the Echo device you want to configure and tap it.
- After that, At the top of the page, you will see an audio slider. Swipe it left or right (softer or louder) to change the volume.
However, there are two problems you may encounter. First, you have to boost the volume on each device separately, which is quite inconvenient. Secondly, if there is nothing currently playing through your smart speaker, the app may refuse to turn up the volume.
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How to power cycle Alexa
Power cycling is a pretty old reset strategy for any device. You simply unplug your device and plug it in again. The reason why this may be the best solution for your particular problem is that volume problems can arise as a result of broken processes and device components that result in an error.
In this case, the best solution is to return the device to its original settings. This can be achieved by cycling the power off or, as it is more commonly called, restarting the device. This is why this method is so widespread and often effective, and why it can help you fix some volume issues that may be caused by internal bugs in your Amazon Echo device.
If that doesn’t work for you, you can resort to the most extreme measure. You can reset your device and app to factory settings. This will delete all of your Alexa profiles and settings. However, this should definitely solve any system errors and bugs you may have encountered during operation.
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