How Do You Adjust Amazon Music App's Volume?

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This wikiHow teaches you how to adjust Alexa's volume using voice commands as well as the volume controls on the device itself, such as the Amazon Echo and Echo dot. These methods will work even when Alexa is playing music, podcasts, or other loud audio sources. If your Alexa volume isn't loud enough, you'll have to connect it to external speakers. You can adjust both the regular volume level as well as the volume of "Sounds" for notifications and alarms.

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Say "Alexa". Say the wake command to wake Alexa and she will begin listening for your next command.
- The default wake command is "Alexa," but if you've changed it to "Echo," "Amazon," or some other command, then use that instead.
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Ask Alexa to increase or decrease the volume. In your own words, ask Alexa to raise or lower the volume and she will adjust the volume by one step up or down. For example, say, "Alexa, increase the volume," or "Alexa, lower volume."
- You can make the phrase more conversational, such as "Alexa, would you please lower the volume for me?" But simply saying, "Alexa, louder," or "Alexa, decrease," will work too.
Tip: Alexa understands words like; raise/lower, increase/decrease, higher/lower, up/down, and louder/softer, so use what comes naturally to you.
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Adjust the volume to a specific level between 0 and 10. With 0 being mute and 10 being the loudest, you can ask Alexa to change the volume to a specific level.
- For example, say, "Alexa, set the volume to 6," or simply say "Alexa, volume 6."
- Alexa also understands volume via percentage. 0% would be mute, 10% would correspond to volume 1, 20% would correspond to volume 2 - all the way up to 100% which is volume 10. However, these percentages only come in increments of 10%, and only adjust if you mention your units of measurement (%) after the number.
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Ask Alexa to mute the audio. Simply say, "Alexa, mute," and, "Alexa, unmute," to mute and unmute the audio. When Alexa unmutes the audio the volume will return to the previous level you were listening at.
- You can also unmute by telling Alexa to set the volume to a desired level, as in, "Alexa, volume 3."

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For newer Echo devices, press ＋ or － to adjust the volume. Press the plus "+" or minus "-" buttons on the top of the device. ^[1] ^[2]

Note: This includes the 2nd Gen versions of the Echo and Echo Dot, as well as the Echo Show and Echo Spot.
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For devices with a volume ring, rotate the ring to adjust the volume. On the top of the device, rotate the ring clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease it. The light ring will show the current volume level in white.

Note: Devices with a volume ring include the 1st Gen versions of the Echo and Echo Dot as well as the newer Echo Plus^[3].

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Open the Alexa app. It's the app that has a blue icon with a white, brush-stroke circle.
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Tap the Devices tab. It's the icon in the lower-right corner that has two slider bars.
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Tap Echo & Alexa . It's has an icon that resembles an Alexa Echo speaker. This displays a list of all your Alexa devices.
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Tap the devices you want to adjust. This displays the device settings screen.
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Drag the "Volume" slider bar to adjust the volume. The Volume slider bar is on the device settings screen. Drag the slider bar right to increase the volume. Drag the slider bar left to lower the volume.

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Open the Alexa app. It's the app that has a blue icon with a white, brush-stroke circle.
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Tap the Devices tab. It's the icon in the lower-right corner that has two slider bars.
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Tap Echo & Alexa . It has an icon that resembles an Alexa Echo speaker. This displays a list of all your Alexa devices.
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Tap the devices you want to adjust. This displays the device settings menu.
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Scroll down and tap Sounds . It's under the "General" header. This allows you to adjust the volume for alarms, notifications, and timers.
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Drag the slider bar to adjust the volume. The slider bar is at the top of the screen. Drag the slider bar right to increase the volume of the alarms, notifications, and sounds. Drag it to the left to lower the volume of the Alexa sounds. ^[4]

Tip: You can also tap the Alarm or Notification option to select a custom sound for your alarms and notifications.

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Question

My Alexa is not loud enough, even on the highest volume. How can I improve or increase the volume level?

You'll have to connect an external powered speaker. The good news is that your Alexa will sound much better.
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How do I adjust Alexa's initial volume?

"Alexa, volume 7" (or any other volume from 0 to 10). Also, "Alexa, louder" or "Alexa, softer" work.
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How do I get Alexa to set volume on music wake up - for instance, I say "Alexa, wake me at 7:30 a.m. tomorrow with music by Mozart, level 7"?

Create a routine and add an action. Select "device settings" and go to volume to set it at a certain volume each time.
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Is there a way to increase the volume of voices while lowering the volume of the music in videos?

The closest you'll be able to come will be to go to settings, then audio controls. Reduce the bass and treble. Raise the midrange. As most of the "voice" is in the midrange, you'll get some effect of hearing the voices more clearly. Unfortunately any music in that same midrange will also be increased.
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When I start Alexa up I hear her response loud and clear, but when I ask her to play music I can barely hear the songs that are played. How can I adjust the volume for the music?

Alexa, Volume 1 will give you the softest volume at 10%. Alexa, Volume 3 gives you a comfortable volume at 30%. Alexa, Volume 10 is as loud as your device will go at 100%. Try adjusting to whichever of those levels you can hear the music best at. If this doesn't work, perhaps return the device to the retailer and request they check it before deciding if you need a replacement.
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Alexa is too loud, is there a way to set her voice volume down without messing with the volume of music being played? Does she do this automatically? Help, she's so loud!

Claire Compton

Community Answer

You can put Alexa in "whisper mode" (say "Alexa whisper mode on") and your music will still play at normal volume.
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Can I adjust the equaliser?

Yes, for example you can say "Alexa, increase bass" or "Alexa, increase mid range."
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How can I get Alexa to switch on the lights?

You will need an Amazon smart plug, which you use to plug in your nightlight/lamp/appliance. Then, ask your echo dot, 'Alexa, turn on the lights' or 'Alexa, microwave for 2 minutes' etc.
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What do I do if I can't control the volume on my Echo Dot 3 with my voice?

If there are volume buttons, you can increase and decrease the volume, with + being louder and - being quieter. The white ring will appear on the echo dot to show the volume level. You could also use the Alexa app.

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If you experience persistent audio problems, such as inconsistent volume, try unplugging the device for about 10 seconds and plugging it back in.
If your Echo device is hooked up to speakers that are currently playing at a high volume, Alexa may not recognize your voice or commands as well. It may be necessary to use the hardware buttons or volume ring instead.
Adjusting the volume will cause the light ring on the Echo to display the current volume level in white before turning off again.
Shorter commands are better. While you can say pretty much anything you want to Alexa and still change the volume, keep in mind that long commands have a higher chance of error.
If you are consistently having trouble adjusting the volume with voice controls you may need to reposition your device. Try to move it closer to where you use voice commands the most and move any furniture or objects that may be in the way—especially if they are very close to the device or covering it.

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1. Say "Alexa" or the wakeup work you selected.
2. Say "Set volume at...".
3. Say a number between 1 and 10 with 1 being the quietest and 10 being the loudest.

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