How to add skills to Alexa on your Amazon Echo devices
Alexa Skills are like apps for your Echo device — they let you order food, listen to devotional chants, play games, check train schedules, or control your smart home. In India, Alexa supports localised skills — from cricket score updates to devotional aartis and even smart home controls with Indian brands like Wipro and Syska. Here’s a simple four-step guide for users:
Use the Alexa App Open the Amazon Alexa app on your smartphone (available on iOS and Android). Make sure you’re signed in with your Amazon India account.
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Browse or Search Skills Tap on “More” → “Skills & Games.” You can either browse categories like Music, Education, or Smart Home, or use the search bar to find specific ones such as Zomato, Flash Briefing, or IRCTC.
nable the Skill Once you find a skill you want, tap on it and select Enable to Use. Some skills may require linking your account — for example, ordering food via Swiggy or checking Paytm wallet balance.
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