Add calendar series
Build out a series of calendar events for any TV show that comes out on a weekly basis.
Actions
Set Variable
Sets the value of the specified variable to the input of this action.
Repeat
Repeats the contained actions, running them the specified number of times.
Adjust Date
Adds or subtracts an amount of time from the date passed into the action.
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Log meeting notes
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Move events across calendars
Transfers events for the next day from one calendar to another.
Copy my availability
Asks you to pick a day, then calculates the time in between events and copies it so you can share it. Be sure to add filters for your specific calendars.
Plan for tomorrow
Uses the “View Tomorrow” donated shortcut from Calendar app to open into the next day.
Extra Details
Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Add%20calendar%20series
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Add%20calendar%20series
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Add calendar series”
end tell
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