Show LaunchPad
Activates the key code for F4’s native function, which triggers the LaunchPad feature that shows your app icons like an iOS Home Screen.
Lock screen
Uses AppleScript to press ⌘+⌃+Q to Lock the screen.
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Activate Control Center
Uses an AppleScript command to directly activate Control Center on the Mac.
Log out
Uses AppleScript to press the keyboard shortcut ⌥+⇧+⌘+Q to immediately log out the current user.
Activate Mission Control
Simulates the key code for F3, activating Mission Control on the Mac.
Extra Details
Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Lock%20screen
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Lock%20screen
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Lock screen”
end tell
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