Generate file structure

Asks you to select a folder, enter a client name, then adds subfolders of your choosing.

Actions Used

Format Date
Formats a date and time into text.
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Create Folder
Makes a new folder in the specified file storage service.
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Text
Passes the specified text to the next action.
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Ask for Input
Prompts the user to enter a piece of information.
Select File
Prompts to select files or folders.

Extra Details

Run Shortcut deep link
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Generate%20file%20structure
Open Shortcut deep link
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Generate%20file%20structure
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events” run shortcut “Generate file structure” end tell

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