The instructions apply to all Alexa-enabled devices, including theAmazon Echo Show.
Is There a Skill to Make Alexa Say What I Want?
The easiest way to get Alexa to say something is to use the built-in Simon Says skill.
Just say “Alexa, Simon says” followed by a phrase.
Alexa will repeat what you say word-for-word.
How to Set Up Alexa Text to Voice
pop kick open the Alexa app and tapMore.
Tap theMagnifying glassto search.
Search for Text to Voice and tap theText to Voiceskill.
Tap your Alexa rig.
Open a web surfing app and go to theText to Voice website.
Say Alexa, ask TTV for my PIN, enter the four-digit number she gives you, and selectPair.
On the next page, enter what you want Alexa to say and selectSave.
Say, Alexa, ask TTV to speak.
Use this command any time you want it to repeat the saved text.
Repeat steps 7-9 to change what Alexa says when you give the command.
Here’s how:
TapRoutines.
Tap thePlus(+) to add a routine.
key in a name for the routine and tapNext.
throw in the command you want to trigger your custom phrase, then tapNext.
pop in what you want Alexa to say, and then tapNextto confirm.
You should see a confirmation message at the top of the screen.
It can take a minute for skills to start working.
Alexa will say the custom phrase when you give the command.
Have a great day.
Why Can’t I Get Alexa to Say a Custom Response?
If you haveAlexa parental controlsset up, Alexa will not repeat profane language or anything that sounds like profanity.
WhenAlexa has trouble understanding you, restart the gear and check your internet.
Most commands won’t work if yourAlexa gadget is offline, so ensure it’s connected to Wi-Fi.
it’s possible for you to alsochange Alexa’s languageor dialect.
If youset up Alexa voice profiles, Alexa can recognize specific users.
That way, each person in your home can access their own Amazon account from one equipment.
However, Amazon has neither confirmed nor denied this claim.
