Here are the steps on how to connect your Christmas tree to Alexa
1. Discover the smart plug
After setting up the plug, make sure to use your Echo device to discover the smart plug.
2. Add a phrase
Select the “Voice” option and enter the phrase you want to use to make Alexa turn on your lights. For example, “Alexa, turn on the Christmas tree”.
3. Add an action
Back in the menu, tap the “Add action” option.
4. Use the Alexa app
Go to the “Devices” tab and tap on the “Christmas Tree” or “Christmas Lights” device. You can also use the Alexa app to adjust the brightness of your Christmas tree lights.
5. Use a smart plug
Plug your Christmas tree lights into the smart plug. Smart plug sockets and light balls rely on good fast Wi-Fi speeds around your house.
6. Use an outdoor
Alexa plugIf your lights are going to be outdoors, make sure you get an Alexa plug that can handle outdoor weather.
To control your Christmas tree using the Alexa app, follow these steps:
- Open the Alexa app.
- Tap on the “Devices” tab.
- Tap on the “Christmas Tree” or “Christmas Lights” device.
- Tap on the “Power” button to turn your Christmas tree on or off.
- You can also use the Alexa app to adjust the brightness of your Christmas tree lights.
To control your Christmas tree by speaking to Alexa, follow these steps:
- Say “Alexa, turn on the Christmas tree.”
- Alexa will turn on your Christmas tree.
- You can also say “Alexa, turn off the Christmas tree” to turn off your Christmas tree.
- You can also use Alexa to adjust the brightness of your Christmas tree lights. For example, you can say “Alexa, set the Christmas tree lights to 50% brightness.”