Working from home can be a blessing for some and a curse for others.
Well show you a number of Alexa features you might start using to make working from home easier.
Whatever it is, Alexa can help keep you on track.
To create a reminder in the Alexa app (available foriOSandAndroid), tapMorein the bottom-right corner and pressReminders.
TapSettings, then scroll down and findCalendar.
Then, follow the steps to sign on with your personal or work account.
Now, you’re free to use any of the commands above to test out the functionality.
Set Up Work From Home Routines
Alexa Routines are at the core of Alexas automation capabilities.
To do this, kick off the Alexa app and tapMore, thenRoutines.
Press theplus signto create a new Routine.
Enter a name and a trigger, like Alexa, lets start work.
Then, underAdd action, tapSmart Homeand set your lights to switch on.
Then pressCalendar, and selectTodays Calendar.
Scroll down toMusic & Podcasts, and enter the name of your favorite podcast.
Finally, chooseCustomizedand bang out remind me to take a break in two hours.
It essentially breaks up your workday into manageable with frequent but short breaks.
To create a Pomodoro Routine, start by choosing a trigger like Alexa, start Pomodoro.
UnderAdd action, tapAlexa saysand thenCustomizedto have Alexa confirm the Routine has started.
Then selectWait, and set it to 25 minutes.
ChooseSend AnnouncementorNotificationto have Alexa tell you it’s time to take a break, thenWaitfor five minutes.
Set anotherAnnouncementorNotificationto tell you break time is over.
Instead, you could keep your interactions brief if you have another Echo in the house with Alexa.
Alternatively, you’ve got the option to use the Alexa app.
TapCommunicatealong the bottom, thenDrop In.
We explore this feature in-depth in our article abouthow to set up and use Drop In.
To start, you just need to ensure your contact list is imported from your phone.
fire up the Alexa app, tapMoreandSettings.
SelectCommunicationandManage Contacts, then turn Import Contactson.
But with Alexa, staying on track becomes much easier when you have a smart assistant helping you out.
The next time you sit down to work, try setting frequent reminders to get up and move around.
Your body (and productivity) will thank you for it.
