Search Books
Asks you to enter a query, then searches for the result in the Books app.
Scripting Actions
Extra Details
Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Search%20Books
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Search%20Books
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Search Books”
end tell
More From This Folder
Open current book
Shows the most recently-active book you’ve been reading and opens it.
Show what I’m reading now
Changes the Book app’s view to the Reading Now section (the main section).
Open Books library
Changes the Books app view to the Library tab to show all your Books, PDFs, Samples, and more.
Switch to page turning
Turns on the Books setting that disables continous scroll and lets you turn pages like you would in a physical book.
More From The Library
Quick dictate
Starts dictation and captures after a pause, copying the result to the clipboard so you can paste it.
Turn Wi-Fi on
Turns the Wi-Fi on, waits a second, and shows the currently-connected network’s name.
Dial a number
Prompts you to enter a phone number, then asks you to confirm before calling.
Get way deeper into Shortcuts – become a member.
Browse more
Automators Membership
Enhance your experience with bonus shortcuts, folder bundles, and exclusive perks.
Action Directory
Discover endless possibilities by combining the building blocks for Shortcuts.