Routines take a bunch of things you can do with Alexa and bundles them together seamlessly. Routines can kick off a number of different ways - with your voice, an alarm, a set time, or even by interacting with your other smart home devices. You are now able to share your Routines with friends and family, or receive and enable Routines that are shared with you.

For inspiration check out and enable Routines from the brands below.

NPR

Get everything you need to know with the NPR morning Routine, including the weather and your local, live NPR station.

Headspace

Set your device to Do Not Disturb and dim the lights to take some time for your mind with the Headspace meditation Routine.

iHeartRadio

Start your morning smart with the iHeartRadio Routine. When your alarm goes off Alexa will turn on the lights, get things brewing, and feed your mind with the latest episode of the Josh and Chuck 'Stuff You Should Know' podcast.

HISTORY

Hear the news and learn about the events that happened on this day with the HISTORY This Day in History Routine.

How to share your Routines

  1. Head to the Routines section of the Alexa app.
  2. Open the Routine you want to share and select the three dots in the top right corner of the screen.
  3. Tap 'Share Routine' from the menu, then 'Continue'.
  4. Share the Routine via text, email, or social media.

How to enable a Routine shared with you

  1. Click on the link from your mobile phone.
  2. The Alexa app will open, then click 'View Routine'.
  3. Review the Routine, and if desired customize to fit your needs.
  4. Select the device you want Alexa to respond from, then tap 'Save'.
  5. Your new Routine is now enabled and ready for you to enjoy.

Keen for more? Check out these Routines from Alexa Skills developers

My Horoscope
Thunderstorm Sounds
Song Quiz
Ocean sounds