Technique: Open URLs into Mac apps using Shell Scripting

In the update to my TV app shortcuts, I debuted a new technique for opening links into Mac apps using Run Shell Script – here's all the details for my membership program.

In my latest addition to the Shortcuts Library, I updated my shortcuts for the TV app with expanded functionality, including many new functions, redesigned menus, and, critically, support for macOS.

I accomplished Mac support using Shell Scripting, a technique which I’m sharing for members:

This content is marked as members-only – you’ll need a membership to access it.

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