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How to Use the Amazon Alexa App to Set Up Shopping Lists

Use your assistant to help you make all kinds of lists and schedules

By Scott Orgera Scott Orgera Writer Scott Orgera is a former Lifewire writer covering tech since 2007. He has 25+ years' experience as a programmer and QA leader, and holds several Microsoft certifications including MCSE, MCP+I, and MOUS. He is also A+ certified. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on May 28, 2022 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email

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Expand Jump to a Section Add Items to Alexa Shopping or To-Do List Create a New List With the Alexa App Access Lists With the Alexa App

What to Know

Add items to lists: In app, tap More > Lists & Notes > select list > tap Add Item.Create new lists: Tap Lists & Notes > Create List > enter a name for your list.Access your lists: In app, tap More > Lists & Notes. Ensure Lists tab is selected > tap a list. This article explains how to use the Amazon Alexa app to set up and use shopping lists. Instructions apply to iOS 11.0 or later and Android 6.0 and later.

Add Items to Your Alexa Shopping List or To-Do List

To add items to an existing list in the Alexa app: Launch the Alexa app on your device and log in if prompted. Tap More (three lines) from the bottom right. Tap Lists & Notes. Select a list. The default options are Shopping and To-do. Tap a list name if you've already created an additional list. Tap a popular list item to add it, or tap Add Item to enter something else to your list. Use the back arrow to return to the previous page. You can also use Alexa to add items to your list with voice commands.

Create a New List With the Alexa App

To create a new shopping or to-do list and add items to the list: In Lists & Notes, tap Create List. Enter a name for the new list using the on-screen keyboard, and then tap Return. You've created your new list. Add items with your voice or tap Add Item to enter items manually.

Access Your Lists With the Alexa App

After you add to an existing list or create a new one, here's how to access the items within it. Open the Alexa app. If you already have an ongoing list, tap it directly from the home screen. Otherwise, tap More (three lines) from the bottom right. Tap Lists & Notes. Make sure the Lists tab is selected, and then tap the list you want to access. To mark an item as complete, tap the box next to it to add a check. It will move under the Completed section. Use Alexa's voice commands to hear what's on your list and remove items. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Play Podcasts on Alexa How to Set up the Amazon Echo Show How to Use Alexa and Cortana Together How to Connect a Printer to Alexa How to Connect Your Android Phone to Alexa How to Use an Amazon Fire Tablet How to Enable and Use Amazon Alexa App Alarms How to Connect Alexa to Your Computer How to Make and Share an Amazon Wish List How to Set up Alexa Sleep Sounds How to Set Up an Amazon Fire Tablet Control Your Smart Home With the Alexa App for Android How to Put an Echo Dot in Setup Mode How to Make Calls Through Your Echo Using Amazon's Alexa How to Set Reminders on the iPhone How to Open Zip Files on iPad or iPhone Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies