To turn off Alexa’s responses, you can use the Alexa app on your smartphone. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
1. Open the Alexa app on your smartphone.
2. Tap on the “More” tab located at the bottom right corner of the screen.
3. Select “Settings” from the list of options.
4. In the Settings menu, scroll down and tap on “Voice Responses.”
5. On the Voice Responses screen, you will find the option to turn on or off “Brief Mode.” Brief Mode is a feature that reduces Alexa’s responses to simple chimes or beeps, instead of full verbal responses.
6. Tap on the toggle switch next to “Brief Mode” to turn it on or off. If the switch is blue, it means Brief Mode is enabled. If it’s gray, it means Brief Mode is disabled.
7. Once you’ve made your selection, exit the app to save the changes.
Now, when you interact with Alexa, you will experience shorter and more concise responses, such as chimes or beeps, depending on whether you have Brief Mode enabled or disabled.
It’s worth noting that Brief Mode doesn’t completely eliminate all verbal responses from Alexa. Some essential responses, like confirming a command or providing important information, may still be spoken by Alexa, even when Brief Mode is enabled.
Adjusting the length of Alexa’s responses beyond Brief Mode is not currently possible. The length of responses is predetermined by Amazon and cannot be customized by the user.
I hope this guide helps you turn off or customize Alexa’s responses to your preference. If you have any further questions or need assistance with any other Alexa-related features, feel free to ask!