New tab in Freeform
Opens Freeform and creates a new tab so you can open a second board.
Scripting Actions
Set Variable
Sets the value of the specified variable to the input of this action.
If
Tests if a condition is true, and if so, runs the actions inside. Otherwise, the actions under “Otherwise” are run.
Extra Details
Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=New%20tab%20in%20Freeform
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=New%20tab%20in%20Freeform
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “New tab in Freeform”
end tell
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New board in background
Asks you for a title for a board, then creates it in Freeform without opening the app.
Rename board
Asks you to pick from your boards, then asks which name to change it to.
Open Freeform and Safari
Opens Freeform, then opens Safari in another window (and in Slide Over on iPad).
Show Colors in Freeform
Opens Freeform, then presses the keyboard shortcut for opening the Color picker.
Zoom to fit content
Opens Freeform, then zooms the current board to fit the contents.
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Make mind map link
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Open the AI Video Generator from Meta AI
Opens the URL for the AI Video Generator in Meta AI, where you can create, remix, and share AI videos. Capabilities listed include “Create custom animations,” “Edit images,” “Extend videos,” “Get more done,” “View your creations,” and “Restyle and edit.”
Open Apple Music Essentials
Opens the Apple Music curator page for Essentials playlists of the top tracks from popular artists – great for playing across an artist’s discography instead of picking an album.
Open App Limits
Opens the deep link into Settings > Screen Time > App Limits so you can block out apps you use too much.
YouTube on TV
Opens the YouTube app on the chosen Apple TV, then opens the YouTube app on your mobile device – this lets you connect the two and manage your TV queue from your phone or iPad.
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