Alexa is a popular smart assistant developed by Amazon, capable of performing a wide range of tasks such as playing music, setting reminders, and controlling smart home devices. To enable Alexa to perform these tasks, it needs to be paired with other devices such as smartphones, smart speakers, or WiFi networks.
However, putting Alexa in pairing mode can be a daunting task, especially for those who are not familiar with the process.
In this article, we will guide you on how to put Alexa in pairing mode manually, without the app, for WiFi and Bluetooth connections, and even without WiFi. Whether you want to connect your Alexa to a Bluetooth speaker or set it up with your home WiFi network, this article has got you covered.
So, let’s dive into the world of Alexa and learn how to put Alexa in pairing mode.
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How To Put Alexa In Pairing Mode?
To put an Alexa device in pairing mode, you can follow these steps:
- Make sure that the device you want to pair with Alexa is turned on and in pairing mode.
- Open the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.
- Tap on the “Devices” icon in the lower-right corner of the app.
- Tap on the “+” icon in the upper-right corner of the app.
- Select “Add Device.”
- Select the type of device you want to pair with Alexa.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the pairing process.
Note: The exact steps may vary depending on the type of device you are trying to pair with Alexa.
How To Put Alexa In Pairing Mode Manually?
To put an Alexa device in pairing mode manually, you can follow these steps:
- Turn on the device you want to pair with Alexa and put it in pairing mode.
- Press and hold the “Action” button on your Alexa device until the light ring starts spinning orange.
- Wait for Alexa to say, “Now in pairing mode” or for the light ring to turn off and then back on again.
- Open the Bluetooth settings on the device you want to pair with Alexa and select the Alexa device from the list of available devices.
- Follow any additional on-screen instructions to complete the pairing process.
Note: The exact steps to put Alexa in pairing mode may vary slightly depending on the specific Alexa device you are using.
How To Put Alexa In Pairing Mode Without App?
To put Alexa in pairing mode without using the Alexa app, follow these steps:
- Turn on the Bluetooth speaker or device you want to pair with Alexa and put it in pairing mode. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for specific steps on how to do this.
- Say, “Alexa, pair” to your Alexa device. Alexa will respond with “Searching…”
- Wait for Alexa to find the device you want to pair with. This can take a few seconds.
- When Alexa finds the device, she will say the name of the device and ask if you want to pair it. Say “Yes” or “Pair.”
- Alexa will confirm that the device is paired and ready to use.
Note: If Alexa is having trouble finding the device you want to pair with, try moving the device closer to Alexa and repeating the steps above.
How To Put Alexa In Pairing Mode For Wifi?
To put Alexa in pairing mode for Wi-Fi, follow these steps:
- Make sure that your Alexa device is powered on and within range of your Wi-Fi network.
- Open the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.
- Tap on the “Devices” icon located at the bottom right of the screen.
- Select your Alexa device from the list of available devices.
- Tap on the “Settings” icon located at the top right of the screen.
- Scroll down to the “Device Settings” section and tap on the “Wi-Fi” option.
- Tap on “Change” to enter Wi-Fi setup mode.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the Wi-Fi setup process. This will involve selecting your Wi-Fi network from the list of available networks, entering your Wi-Fi password, and waiting for your Alexa device to connect to your Wi-Fi network.
Once your Alexa device is successfully connected to your Wi-Fi network, it will exit pairing mode and be ready to use.
How To Put Alexa In Pairing Mode Without Wifi?
If you want to put your Alexa device in pairing mode without a WiFi connection, you can use your mobile hotspot and Bluetooth.
Here’s how to do it:
- Turn on your mobile hotspot on your phone and make sure it’s connected to your phone’s cellular network.
- Put your Alexa device into pairing mode by pressing and holding the Bluetooth button on the device until the light ring starts flashing blue.
- Open the Bluetooth settings on your mobile device and search for available Bluetooth devices.
- Look for your Alexa device in the list of available devices and select it to start the pairing process.
- Follow the prompts to complete the pairing process and connect your Alexa device to your mobile device via Bluetooth.
Once your Alexa device is paired with your mobile device via Bluetooth, you can use it to stream music, play audiobooks, and more. Just remember that you’ll need to keep your mobile hotspot turned on and connected to your phone’s cellular network to maintain the connection.
How To Put Alexa In Pairing Mode For Bluetooth?
To put your Alexa device in pairing mode for Bluetooth, follow these steps:
- Ensure that your Bluetooth device is in pairing mode and is discoverable.
- Open the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.
- Tap on the Devices icon in the bottom right corner.
- Select your Alexa device from the list of devices.
- Scroll down and tap on Bluetooth Devices.
- Tap on Pair a New Device.
- Alexa will now begin searching for available Bluetooth devices.
- When your Bluetooth device appears on the list, select it.
- Follow any additional instructions that may appear on your Alexa device or your Bluetooth device.
Once your device is successfully paired with Alexa, you can use voice commands to play audio through your Bluetooth device. Simply say, “Alexa, connect to [device name]” to establish a connection, and “Alexa, disconnect from [device name]” to disconnect.