If
Tests if a condition is true, and if so, runs the actions inside. Otherwise, the actions under “Otherwise” are run.
Generate QR code
Takes URLs from input or the clipboard and generates a QR code that can be scanned to open the same link – shows a preview before the option to Share, Save, or Print.
Scripting Actions
Get Clipboard
Passes the contents of the clipboard to the next action.
Get URLs from Input
Returns any links found in the output from the previous action.
Choose from Menu
Presents a menu and runs different actions based on which menu item was chosen.
Save to Photo Album
Adds the photos and video passed as input to the specified photo album. This action is required if you want images, photos, or videos in Shortcuts to be saved into the Photos app.
Extra Details
Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Generate%20QR%20code
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Generate%20QR%20code
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Generate QR code”
end tell
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Scan QR code
Opens the QR code scanner feature built into iOS and opens any URLs that are found.
Make WiFi QR code
Create a single-use sign-in to your WiFi network, letting people access your internet but not always be able to log in.
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Activate Mission Control
Simulates the key code for F3, activating Mission Control on the Mac.
Download Shortcuts folder
Gets the contents of the Shortcuts folder from iCloud Drive, downloading all the files locally.
Open Twitch TV
Opens Twitch on the TV of your choice, showing the Remote after so you can select a channel.
Open Print Center
Opens the new dedicated Print Center for macOS. Previously, this function did not have its own app.
Open my voicemail
Opens the deep link into the Voicemail section of the Phone app (vmshow://).
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