Open the TV app
Opens the Apple TV app on the selected TV, then shows the Remote so you can pick something from your Up Next or a connected service.
Actions
More From This Folder
Open Fitness TV
Opens the Apple Fitness app on the selected device, then shows the Remote so you can pair your Apple Watch and begin a workout.
Open Apple TV settings
Opens the Settings app on Apple TV where you can tweak your preferences.
Open Photos TV
Opens the Apple Photos app for Apple TV, then shows the Remote so you can select an album or a memory to play.
Turn on the screensaver
Wakes up the specified Apple TV, then activates the built-in Screen Saver feature to display ambient scenes instead of the Home Screen.
Extra Details
Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Open%20the%20TV%20app
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Open%20the%20TV%20app
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Open the TV app”
end tell
More From The Library
Hide recent apps
Activates Stage Manager with the Recent Apps option disabled (and the Dock visible).
Get Current Timer Info
Shows you the duration and remaining time for the current timer – uses Timery to format the remaining time nicely.
Open Motion preferences
Opens into the Motion section of Accessibility sesttings to let you control features like Reduce Motion, Auto-Play Message Effects, Auto-Play Animated Images, Dim Flashing Lights, Auto-Play Video Previews, and Limit Frame Rate.
Time for a run
Sets AirPods Pro to Adaptive mode, then starts an outdoor run using the Apple Watch and vibrates when starting.
Search and subscribe
Find a podcast by title, host, or link and subscribe to it immediately.
Convert time between dates to total seconds
Takes two dates chosen as input and calculates the duration in seconds between thme – works as a Unix timestamp converter.
Get way deeper into Shortcuts – become a member.
Browse more
Shortcuts Membership
Enhance your experience with bonus shortcuts, folder bundles, and exclusive perks.
Action Directory
Discover endless possibilities by combining the building blocks for Shortcuts.