Convert Measurement
Converts the measurements passed into the action to the specified unit.
Get Current Timer Info
Shows you the duration and remaining time for the current timer – uses Timery to format the remaining time nicely.
Actions
Set Variable
Sets the value of the specified variable to the input of this action.
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Start A Timer
Prompts you to enter a total time, then starts a timer for that length.
Cancel Timer
Cancels the next-most timer running in the Clock app. If there are multiple timers, the second timer will continue running unless this action is used again.
Dictate Timer
Prompts for dictation, then starts a timer for the given number of minutes.
Start Multiple Timers
Starts two pre-set timers at once, each for different lengths. This version is a pomodoro timer, set to go off at 20 minutes for a break and again 5 minutes after to get back to work.
Halfway Timer
Prompts you to enter a total length, then divides it in half and starts a timer for both durations.
Extra Details
Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Get%20Current%20Timer%20Info
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Get%20Current%20Timer%20Info
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Get Current Timer Info”
end tell
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Opens Bluesky to the Settings tab, letting you manage multiple accounts, change basic settings, and adjust advanced account settings.
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