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Shortcuts is a powerful app that speeds up and automates simple repetitive actions.
Learning how to use Shortcuts to compliment your daily iPhone or Mac use and save time and effort.
Heres how to get started.
Lucas Gouveia / Hannah Stryker / How-To Geek
What are iPhone Shortcuts?
New iPhones come with the Shortcuts app installed and ready to go.
If you have deleted it, you could re-download Shortcuts from theApp Storelike any other app.
With the tap of a button, you could use a shortcut to execute a set of steps.
you’re able to create folders within the app toorganize your shortcuts.
Luckily, Apple has a Gallery section within the app to help you get started.
To enter the Gallery, tap the “Gallery” icon from the bottom bar.
You will be brought to a section full of pre-built shortcuts, complete with a search bar.
Here are some great shortcuts that are ready to be downloaded from the Gallery.
This shortcut can help.
This automation allows you to set a reminder to go off once you arrive at work.
Alternatively, you’re able to search for this shortcut by name in the search bar.
Once you add the shortcut, you will be prompted to put in your work address.
Clean Up Screenshots
Freeing up space on your phone is always a good idea.
One great way to get rid of some unnecessary photos is with the “Clean Up Screenshots” shortcut.
This quickly displays all of your screenshots, letting you delete or save them all in one place.
you’re able to select specific screenshots to be kept, deleted, or saved to your files.
This shortcut can be added from the “Photography” section of the gallery.
Depending on how many screenshots you have on your phone, it may take some time to load.
you’ve got the option to then choose whether you want to save or delete your selections.
When Do I Need to Leave By?
Luckily, there’s a pre-made shortcut that can make that decision a little easier.
You will be prompted to key in your home and work addresses.
This shortcut can be found in the “Writer’s Toolbox” section of the Gallery.
you’re able to then choose which language to translate into from a language list.
Make Top 25 Playlist
Ever been curious about what your favorite songs are, statistically?
If you use Apple Music, a shortcut can help you find out.
Once run, the playlist will automatically find your 25 most played songs and generate a playlist containing them.
This shortcut can be found under the “Get Stuff Done” heading in the Gallery.
Once granted, an email containing your most recent photo will be generated.
All you oughta do is enter a message and a recipient.
you might find this shortcut under the “Get Stuff Done” heading in the Gallery.
There are many places you could findthird-party shortcuts, built by other users for different tasks.
This will start the building process.
Next, press the “Add Action” button.
This tells the shortcut to look for your current battery percentage.
Once tapped, you have successfully added your shortcut’s first step!
Here, click “If”.
This will allow you to set a condition.
Tap the Condition text, and select “less than”.
Once the condition has been chosen, it’s possible for you to input a value.
Tap the “Number” text, and enter “50” to represent half charge.
Be sure to leave the “End If” box, as it will be important later.
Now add the final step of the shortcut.
At the bottom of the screen, you will see a search bar.
Tap and search for “Battery”, and select “Set Low Power Mode” from the results.
You’ve just created your own Shortcut!
It will appear alongside any other shortcuts you’ve added previously.
