What You Need
Initial Setup Steps
Using Alexa Voice Recognition and Touchscreen
To start using the Echo Show, say “Alexa” and then state a command or ask a question. Once Alexa responds, you are ready to go. Alexa is the default Wake Word. However, you can also change your wake word:
Tips for Using the Echo Show
Using your Echo Show is as easy as using your smartphone: Once you’re comfortable with Alexa’s voice and the touchscreen, take a few minutes to make a phone call, play music, watch videos and get information.
Make an Echo Show Phone Call or Send A Message
For voice-only calling or messaging, you can use the Echo Show to call or message anyone that has a compatible device (Echo, smartphone, tablet) that has the Alexa App installed. For video calling, both parties need to have an Echo Show or one party needs to have a video-call-enabled smartphone/tablet with the Alexa app installed. To make a video call, tap the on-screen icon. If the person you want to call is on your contact list, just use your wake word, say the person’s name, and the Echo Show will connect you. When listening to music, the Echo Show will display Album/Artist art and song lyrics (if available). You can also verbally command the Echo Show to “raise the volume,” “stop the music,” “pause,” “go to next song,” “repeat this song,” etc. Video playback can be controlled by verbal commands, such as “play”, “pause”, “resume.” You can also go back or skip ahead in time increments, or command the Echo Show to go to the next episode if watching a TV series.
Get Information and a Lot More
To find out information, you can ask Alexa to tell you the weather, the time, order an Uber, get directions, show you recipes, and use it as a calculator. You can also control other smart home devices, including lights and thermostats. All this can be done by customizing the Echo Show further via built-in setting options and enabling selections from Alexa Skills via the Alexa App on your smartphone or tablet.
