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Routine → Execute Routine
AI-generatedSummary
Triggers a pre-configured Alexa routine by name or ID.
Inputs
- routineId (required) — Name or unique automation ID of the routine to execute. Can be selected from a dropdown or provided via an expression.
Output shape
a single record with a success flag (or error details if execution fails)
The operation returns a success flag if the routine request is accepted by Alexa. It does not return the routine's execution status or result.
Examples
Example 1: Trigger a daily 'Good Morning' routine
Select 'Good Morning' from the Routine Name or ID dropdown.
Example 2: Execute a routine dynamically from workflow data
Set Routine Name or ID to an expression (e.g., $.routineName) to select the routine at runtime.