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Is it possible to check my schedule on Google Calendar using voice commands on Alexa


Yes, it is possible to check your schedule on Google Calendar using voice commands on Alexa. Here's how you can set it up and use it:

Setting Up Google Calendar with Alexa

1. Open the Alexa App: Start by opening the Alexa app on your mobile device.
2. Navigate to Settings: Tap the menu button (three horizontal lines) and select "Settings."
3. Connect Google Calendar: Scroll down and select "Calendar & Email." Choose Google Calendar from the list of available calendars.
4. Link Your Google Account: You will be prompted to sign in with your Google email address and password to link your Google Calendar account to Alexa[1][5].

Using Voice Commands

Once your Google Calendar is linked to Alexa, you can use various voice commands to check your schedule:

- "Alexa, what's on my calendar?" - This command will give you an overview of your upcoming events.
- "Alexa, when is my next event?" - This will tell you about your next scheduled event.
- "Alexa, what's on my calendar today?" or "Alexa, what's on my calendar tomorrow?" - These commands provide details about events on specific days.
- ["Alexa, what's on my calendar today at time]?" - This command allows you to check events at a specific time on a specific day[1][5].

Adding Events to Google Calendar

You can also add new events to your Google Calendar using Alexa. Simply say:

- ["Alexa, add [event name] to my calendar for [day] at time]." - This will create a new event on your Google Calendar[1][5].

Additional Integrations with Zapier

For more advanced automation, you can use Zapier to integrate Alexa with Google Calendar. This allows you to create custom triggers and actions, such as setting reminders or notifications for upcoming events. With Zapier, you can say specific phrases to trigger actions like adding events to your calendar automatically[2][4][7].

Overall, integrating Google Calendar with Alexa provides a convenient way to manage your schedule using voice commands, making it easier to stay organized and on track.

Citations:
[1] https://www.pcmag.com/news/amazon-alexa-can-add-events-to-your-google-calendar
[2] https://zapier.com/apps/amazon-alexa/integrations/google-calendar
[3] https://iot.stackexchange.com/questions/546/can-you-setup-alexa-to-remind-you-about-calendar-events
[4] https://zapier.com/apps/amazon-alexa/integrations/google-calendar/1614438/speak-a-phrase-in-amazon-alexa-to-create-new-events-in-google-calendar
[5] https://www.hellotech.com/guide/for/how-to-sync-your-calendar-with-alexa
[6] https://www.reddit.com/r/amazonecho/comments/140gejq/how_is_alexas_integration_with_google_services/
[7] https://zapier.com/apps/amazon-alexa/integrations/google-calendar/181973/add-events-to-google-calendar-from-alexa-voice-commands
[8] https://www.reddit.com/r/amazonecho/comments/12md1b3/echo_show_15_with_google_calendar/