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My Alexa is not loud enough, even on the highest volume. How can I improve or increase the volume level?

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You'll have to connect an external powered speaker. The good news is that your Alexa will sound much better.

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How do I adjust Alexa's initial volume?

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"Alexa, volume 7" (or any other volume from 0 to 10). Also, "Alexa, louder" or "Alexa, softer" work.

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How do I get Alexa to set volume on music wake up - for instance, I say "Alexa, wake me at 7:30 a.m. tomorrow with music by Mozart, level 7"?

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Create a routine and add an action. Select "device settings" and go to volume to set it at a certain volume each time.

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Is there a way to increase the volume of voices while lowering the volume of the music in videos?

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The closest you'll be able to come will be to go to settings, then audio controls. Reduce the bass and treble. Raise the midrange. As most of the “voice” is in the midrange, you’ll get some effect of hearing the voices more clearly. Unfortunately any music in that same midrange will also be increased.

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When I start Alexa up I hear her response loud and clear, but when I ask her to play music I can barely hear the songs that are played. How can I adjust the volume for the music?

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Alexa, Volume 1 will give you the softest volume at 10%. Alexa, Volume 3 gives you a comfortable volume at 30%. Alexa, Volume 10 is as loud as your device will go at 100%. Try adjusting to whichever of those levels you can hear the music best at. If this doesn't work, perhaps return the device to the retailer and request they check it before deciding if you need a replacement.

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Alexa is too loud, is there a way to set her voice volume down without messing with the volume of music being played? Does she do this automatically? Help, she's so loud!

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You can put Alexa in "whisper mode" (say "Alexa whisper mode on") and your music will still play at normal volume.

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Can I adjust the equaliser?

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Yes, for example you can say "Alexa, increase bass" or "Alexa, increase mid range."

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How can I get Alexa to switch on the lights?

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You will need an Amazon smart plug, which you use to plug in your nightlight/lamp/appliance. Then, ask your echo dot, ‘Alexa, turn on the lights’ or ‘Alexa, microwave for 2 minutes’ etc.

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What do I do if I can't control the volume on my Echo Dot 3 with my voice?

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If there are volume buttons, you can increase and decrease the volume, with + being louder and - being quieter. The white ring will appear on the echo dot to show the volume level. You could also use the Alexa app.

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