Amazon Alexa – How to Set Up Weekly Mode Schedules

Category: Alexa > Smart Home

Answer:

Weekly Mode Schedules allow Alexa to automatically switch between Modes based on the day and time you choose.

This can help automate your smart home by changing settings throughout the week without requiring manual input.

Create a Weekly Mode Schedule

On the Alexa App

1. Open the Alexa app.
2. Tap Modes on the Home screen.
3. Tap Settings.
4. Select General.
5. Tap Mode Schedule.
6. Select Create Schedule.
7. Choose the Mode you want to automate.
8. Select the days of the week.
9. Select the time the mode should activate.
10. Save the schedule.

Benefits of Mode Schedules

• Automatically switch home settings.
• Reduce manual adjustments.
• Support daily and weekly automation.
• Integrate with compatible smart home devices.
• Help maintain consistent home routines.

Examples

Weekday Schedule

• Home Mode at 6:00 AM
• Away Mode at 8:00 AM
• Home Mode at 5:30 PM
• Night Mode at 10:00 PM

Weekend Schedule

• Home Mode at 8:00 AM
• Night Mode at 11:00 PM

Managing Existing Schedules

You can:

• Edit schedules
• Disable schedules
• Delete schedules
• Create multiple schedules

through:

Modes → Settings → General → Mode Schedule

Good to Know

• Mode schedules activate automatically at the configured time.
• Different schedules can be created for weekdays and weekends.
• Available modes may vary depending on your Alexa Smart Home configuration.
• Schedules can be modified at any time through the Alexa app.