If Alexa isn't responding correctly, there are some easy fixes to try. Make sure your Echo has internet and power access. This is a simple, basic troubleshooting step, but it's worth it to make sure.

If Alexa is not responding to commands but lighting up, follow the solutions mentioned in this post to resolve the issue.

Alexa offers contextual actions for certain smart home devices; smart lights can be controlled more easily when grouped into rooms with an Echo device.

Amazon's Alexa devices as well as their Echo speakers are ubiquitous in our homes as handy assistants, but some of their habits can be a nuisance.