Use Alexa to sort out duplicate routines

A user asked Alexa+ to inspect their routines for overlaps, and it trimmed the clutter by nearly half.

Done with Alexa+ยท Beginnerยท Nov 2026

What they did
The user opened a conversation with Alexa+ and asked it to review every routine, then flag any that were doing the same job. Alexa found the overlaps and carried out the cleanup, while the user just described the task they wanted handled.
How it went
The routine list ended up much smaller, with the count dropping by almost 50%. The discussion did not explain the exact edit process, and some other people in the thread said Alexa+ still gave them trouble.
Tips
Ask for a before-and-after list so you can check what changed. Treat the result as one example, not a guarantee, because other users reported uneven performance.

Try it yourself with Alexa+

Check my Alexa routines for duplicates or overlapping automations, like [two routines that both switch on the porch light at sunset]. Tell me which ones seem redundant and recommend the cleanest way to combine or remove them. Before you change, delete, disable, or submit anything, show me the exact actions you plan to take and wait for my approval. After I confirm, make the changes and then summarize the routines that remain.

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