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Getting Alexa to Play Continuous White Noise: Your Ultimate Guide

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May 17, 2024

Ever had trouble falling asleep or need some background noise to focus while you work? The answer lies at your fingertips with Alexa's white noise features. In this article, we'll show you how to get Alexa to play continuous white noise using several easy methods.


Alexa already has built-in ambient sounds that are specifically designed to create white noise. To access them, all you have to do is say, 'Alexa, play white noise.' However, if you want uninterrupted playback without needing to repeat the voice command, you can use these methods:



  1. Use a Looping Skill:
    Search for a white noise skill in the Amazon Alexa app. Once you've enabled it, you can simply ask Alexa to play it Using Custom Skills: You can create custom skills using Alexa Skill Blueprints to play your favorite white noise samples in a loop. For example, you can say, 'Alexa, open White Noise and loop.'



  2. Create a Playlist:
    You can create a playlist composed of multiple white noise tracks on your favorite streaming services like Amazon Music, Spotify, or Apple Music. After creating your playlist, sync it with your Alexa app and request Alexa to play the playlist. This will provide non-stop white noise This will provide non-stop white noise throughout the tracklist.



  3. Set a Sleep Timer:




If you want Alexa to play white Set a Sleep Timer: If you want Alexa to play white noise while you fall asleep, you can set a sleep timer. Say, 'Alexa, play white noise for [duration].' This way, Alexa will continue to play the sound for the specified duration.



  1. Using Custom Skills:
    You can create custom skills using Alexa Skill Blueprints to play your favorite white noise samples in a loop. This allows you to personalize the white noise experience by adjusting the volume, texture, and repetition of the sound.


When using these methods, keep in mind the device's volume, room size, and acoustics to get optimal results with Alexa's white noise feature. Say goodbye to restless nights and hello to better focus and relaxation with the continuous white noise provided by Alexa!


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