Add tasks with Things checklist
Takes a pre-defined list of items inputted in the Text action, splits it by new lines, and adds each to one Things list (a project or Area) along with the same checklist for each task.
Add current task
Asks to you enter what you’re currently working on, then sets it due 1 minute from now so it shows up on your lock screen.
Extra Details
Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Add%20current%20task
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Add%20current%20task
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Add current task”
end tell
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