# Buttons for Alexa: Shortcuts

> Run Alexa routines faster with widgets, Android Auto, Tasker and automations.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mc.alexawidget](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mc.alexawidget)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.mc.alexawidget`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** OneZeroBit
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 91,541
- **Rating:** 3.52 / 5 (497 ratings)
- **Version:** 10.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-13
- **First published:** 2020-04-13
- **Publisher country:** IT
- **Size:** 12 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mc.alexawidget)
- **Website:** [https://buttonsforalexa.com/](https://buttonsforalexa.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://buttonsforalexa.com/privacypolicy.html](https://buttonsforalexa.com/privacypolicy.html)

## Description

**Buttons for Alexa: Automate It** enables users to execute Alexa routines with a single tap by placing custom widget buttons on their Android home screens. The extension supports full Alexa routine control including opening garages, controlling lights, and adjusting home heating. It integrates with Tasker allowing advanced automation tasks.

Designed with accessibility in mind, this app benefits users with disabilities such as impaired vision, hearing, dexterity, cognitive differences, and more. The PRO license unlocks ad removal, multiple command execution, unlimited widgets, and label grouping for streamlined routine management. It’s an ideal solution for anyone seeking simple, efficient smart home control directly from their phone.

## Rankings

- #229,492 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.mc.alexawidget.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Buttons for Alexa is praised for enabling convenient, customizable home screen access to Alexa routines and commands, often integrating well with automation tools like Tasker. Users appreciate its reliability and developer support. However, common issues include an outdated or unattractive UI, repeated Amazon login prompts disrupting service, problems running in background affecting Tasker functionality, and occasional device status inaccuracies. Some users report setup difficulties due to limited documentation. Overall, despite some drawbacks, it fills a gap left by the official Alexa app, receiving many positive reviews from power users.

### Pros

- Allows creation of home screen buttons or widgets to control Alexa routines more easily than the official Alexa app.
- Highly customizable with options to change button colors and icons, and ability to use custom images for buttons.
- Integrates well with Tasker and other automation tools to chain Alexa routines or commands.
- Reliable and stable control of smart home devices through Alexa with minimal failures over long-term use.
- Developer provides good support and addresses device-specific issues quickly.

### Cons

- UI is somewhat outdated or unappealing, with widgets described as ugly or limited in design.
- Requires Amazon login frequently, sometimes daily, causing inconvenience and temporary loss of functionality.
- Issues with background operation particularly with Tasker integration on new Android versions, requiring the app to be on screen for commands to work.
- Occasional inaccuracy in device state feedback, such as showing devices as on when they are off, leading to trust issues.
- Some users find the setup and configuration confusing or poorly documented, leading to difficulty getting the app fully functional.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mc.alexawidget)