If
Tests if a condition is true, and if so, runs the actions inside. Otherwise, the actions under “Otherwise” are run.
Open Software Update
Opens the Software Update section of Settings to see if new betas and updates are available.
Actions
Stop shortcut
Stops execution of the current shortcut and dismisses the shortcut on screen. No more actions will be run after this action.
Open URLs
Opens URLs passed into the action in Safari (or the corresponding app if it’s a deep link).
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Open Software Update
Opens the Software Update section of Settings to see if new betas and updates are available.
Check beta release notes
Presents a menu of platform types, then opens the corresponding release notes page on Apple’s website.
Find Shortcuts release notes
Opens Apple.com search results for “Shortcuts release notes”
Check beta release notes
Presents a menu of platform types, then opens the corresponding release notes page on Apple’s website.
Learn about Apple betas
Opens the Apple Beta Software Program page where you can sign up for Apple’s public betas for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS, plus learn about upcoming releases.
Extra Details
Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Open%20Software%20Update
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Open%20Software%20Update
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Open Software Update”
end tell
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Open Stream Deck backups
Opens the Stream Deck folder in Dropbox or Apps to your profile backups.
Open Magnifier
Opens the Magnifier for iPhone and iPad that lets you zoom in, capture images, and add color overlays to see better.
Open Music TV
Opens the Apple Music app for Apple TV on the selected device, then shows the Remote so you can play something.
Show Kitchen Tools and Techniques
Opens the section for Kitchen Tools and Techniques in the new Food section for Apple News+ subscribers.
Open Apple TV settings
Opens the Settings app on Apple TV where you can tweak your preferences.
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