If
Tests if a condition is true, and if so, runs the actions inside. Otherwise, the actions under “Otherwise” are run.
Connect my AirPods Max
Connects to AirPods Max using Set Playback Destination. Uses AirBuddy when run from Mac.
Actions Used
Change Playback Destination
Sets playback destination to a device.
Device
The device to set playback destination to.
Extra Details
Run Shortcut deep link
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Connect%20my%20AirPods%20Max
Open Shortcut deep link
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Connect%20my%20AirPods%20Max
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Connect my AirPods Max”
end tell
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Turn on transparency
Connects to AirPods and activates transparency. Utilizes AirBuddy when run from Mac, and on iOS uses Actions to check for AirPods Pro vs AirPods Max.
Turn on Adaptive mode
Connects to AirPods and activates the Adaptive Mode new to iOS 17.
Turn on noise cancellation
Connects to AirPods and activates noise cancellation. Utilizes AirBuddy when run from Mac, and on iOS uses Actions to check for AirPods Pro vs AirPods Max.
Connect my AirPods Pro
Connects to AirPods Pro using the AirBuddy app for Mac. Also checks if a connection can be made and alerting you if the device isn’t found.
Open AirPods preferences
Opens the deep link into Settings > Bluetooth so you can change your AirPods settings.
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Shows the most recently-active book you’ve been reading and opens it.
Reset Background Sounds
Deactivates Background Sounds and the same “When Media Is Playing,” plus resets the volume to 10% and sound to Balanced Noise.
Log toothbrushing
Adds data to Health that you brushed you teeth, either at the current time or an earlier date you input.
Advertise on MacStories
Opens the “Advertise” page on the MacStories website where brands can learn more about how to sponsor the website and advertise to the passionate group of MacStories readers.
Time for deeper focus
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Explore Apple Music hosts
Presents a playlist of Apple Music host pages and opens the deep link into that section of the Music app.
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