How To Connect Alexa To Samsung TV

Have you ever wondered if it was possible to connect and control your Samsung Smart TV with Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant? The good news is, you can. We will show you how to use your Samsung Smart TV with Alexa devices. It’s a quite easy and quick process that requires no additional hardware. So let`s start!

With Alexa devices, you can now control and access your samsung tv via voice commands to switch on or off , change the channel, search for movies and shows, open apps, play and pause the video, control volume up and down, and much more. Also, if you accidentally misplaced the remote control but need to turn the TV on or off quickly, voice control will always help. Here in this blog, we will discuss and provide you with step by step guide on how to connect Alexa To Samsung Smart TV. Once you know how to connect, everything will be set.

What Things do You Need To Have Before Starting The Process?

You must have the following things to link Samsung tv to Alexa.

• An Amazon Echo device.
• A Samsung Smart TV.
• SmartThings account.
• SmartThings app (not SmartThings Classic).
• SmartThings skill for Alexa.
• A stable internet connection.

How to Connect Alexa to Samsung Smart tv – Step by Step guide

The first step involves pairing the television with an Alexa device to send verbal commands. The available functionality depends on the model of your smart TV and Alexa device as well. For example, models from  2018 and 2019 will offer limited capabilities, while models after that will offer a range of features. Wondering how to add Samsung TV to Alexa? Well, we’ve got your back!

Here is the guide on how to connect Alexa to Samsung smart TV:

•  Setting up your Alexa device along with your Smart TV

Before you start, make sure you have a TV and your mobile device connected with a working internet connection. The wireless network is best but a wired link between the TV and your router can also work. It is preferable to use wireless connection as in some cases ethernet port on the TV shuts down when not in a use for a while. And when this happens, you have to start the TV with the remote. Make sure your Samsung TV and Alexa device are set up and working well. After completing the basic setup of the device, check whether the devices are connected to the same internet connection and are connected on the same wifi.

• Prepare the app

Now that you have set up the devices, you need to keep your phone ready with the smart TV and Alexa device. This will help coordinate the process. To add a Samsung TV to Alexa,  download the Samsung SmartThings app and the Alexa app on your phone. These apps are easily available on the iOS and Android operating systems.

• Discover your Samsung TV in the SmartThings app

Now moving forward on how to connect Alexa to Samsung smart TV guide, you have to discover your Samsung smart TV in the SmartThings app. This will make sure your TV is connected when you are adding Samsung TV to Alexa. You can also do this by navigating toward the Devices option at the bottom of the SmartThings app. After that, select the Add Device option from the page. Make sure your TV is powered on so that the device appears on the list. Find the device and then pair it with your App. Select your Samsung Smart TV and enable it as a smart device by using the toggle button next to the name of your TV.

• Locating your Alexa speaker on the Alexa app

It is vital to see if the Amazon Alexa app has discovered your Amazon devices, such as the Amazon Echo, Echo Dot, or any other. And if the app has not discovered your Amazon device, follow the steps given earlier. If this doesn’t apply to you, skip the process.

Tap the Device button at the bottom of the menu on the Alexa app. If the Alexa device appears in the menu, you are all set to go! And if it doesn’t show up there, navigate to the All Devices option and search for your Alexa device. It must appear in the list of available connected devices.

• Connecting the apps

Open the Alexa app and enable the Samsung SmartThings skill. Now you can easily add Samsung TV to Alexa. Use your Samsung account to sign in and link the accounts. After the skill is activated, it will ideally pair Alexa with the TV automatically.

• Discover Devices

Once you have entered your login details, click Authorize to confirm the connection. Click Close and you will be asked if you would like to discover devices.. Select Discover Devices from the menu. Alexa will begin the device detection process. This process may take up to 40-45 seconds. If your TV cannot be found, it is advisable to delete the SmartThings skill and start all over. In most cases, the TV is discovered easily and the process can complete.

Some Alexa commands that you can use on your Samsung Smart TV:

Now that you know how to connect Alexa to Samsung smart TV, check out the list of basic commands that you can use on Samsung smart TVs via Alexa.

1: “Alexa, turn [on/off] the TV.”

2: “Alexa, [play/pause/rewind/] on the TV.”

3: “Alexa, go to channel number [input number ] on the TV.”

4: “Alexa, volume [up/down] on the TV.”

5: “Alexa, channel [u+6p/down] on the TV.”

Conclusion

We hope this guide must have helped you know how to connect Samsung smart TV to Alexa. By setting up SmartThings app and SmartThings skill in the app, you can use your TV with Alexa-enabled devices. This allows you voice control of basic functions. The combination of these two common smart home products ensures greater convenience when using your tv.

But if you are still struggling with it, don’t worry at all. Experts are always here to help you out with the best assistance. Call the  Alexa Helpline Number at +1-872-888-1589. You can also ask your queries or get help in the chat box, which is available 24/7 for you!

Also read : How to connect alexa to wifi 

FAQ`s

1. How do I turn on Alexa on my Samsung TV?

Follow these steps:

• Open the Alexa app first.
• Select the icon in the top left corner to open the menu
• Now select “Smart Home.”
• Choose the Samsung SmartThings skill from the list and click “Enable to Use.”
• Fill in your Samsung credentials to log in to your account.

2. Why isn’t my Alexa connecting to my TV?

Sometimes Alexa commands don’t work with your TV or video service provider. You need to check if you have the latest version of the Alexa app. Also, make sure that you have completed the setup process for your service provider’s Alexa Video Skill as mentioned above. Some providers may require additional authentication steps before you connect them with Alexa.

3. How do I turn off Alexa on my Samsung TV?

• Press the Home button on your Samsung remote.
• Scroll to the left and click on “Settings”.
• Select “General” and then tap on “Accessibility”.
• After that, you will see “Voice Guide Settings”.
• Turn off the button next to it and the light will go from green to grey.