Save Window setup
Saves the current window arrangement as a JSON dictionary of data in the Files app.
Open Preferences
Simulates the universal key command for the opening an app’s preferences: ⌘+,
Extra Details
Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Open%20Preferences
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Open%20Preferences
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Open Preferences”
end tell
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Uses AppleScript to trigger Command + M to minimize the current window into the Dock.
Toggle full screen
Simulates the key command for ⌘+⌃+F (Command + Control + F) to maximize the window to fullscreen.
Enable slow genie minimize
Enables “Slow Genie” minimizing by using the shell to rewrite a hidden system preference.
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Hide Control Center
Hides Control Center and goes back to the current app or Home Screen.
Set background sounds
Presents a menu of the six options for Background Sounds available in Accessibility—balanced noise, bright noise, dark noise, ocean, ra, and stream sounds—then activates the choice, turns on the sounds, sets the volume to 20%, and also allows sounds during background media at 10%.
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Check my order status
Review the current status of your recent Apple Store order. This shortcut works with the Apple Store app to see where your latest order is at — order placed, shipping, out for delivery, etc.
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