If
Tests if a condition is true, and if so, runs the actions inside. Otherwise, the actions under “Otherwise” are run.
Open Threads app
Opens the Threads app from Instagram/Meta. On iPhone, works well with custom icons. On iPad, uses Stage Manager to make proper window. On Mac, opens web app created using Add to Dock.
Actions
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 username in Threads
Prompts for a username (or accepts one as input) and opens the redirect into the Threads app.
Create new Thread
Opens the deep link to Threads’ Create menu so you can post a new thread. On Mac, opens the Threads website.
Cross-post everywhere
Prompts you to enter in a message, then copies the text, posts it to Mastodon via Ivory, then opens Threads with the message filled out. On Mac, opens the Threads website.
Post to Threads
Asks you to enter the text of your post, then URL encodes the result and passes it to Threads’ URL scheme for creating posts. On Mac, copies the result and opens Threads.net.
Cross-post to Ivory and Threads
Prompts you to enter in a message, then copies the text, posts it to Mastodon via Ivory, then opens Threads with the message filled out. On Mac, opens the Threads website.
Extra Details
Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Open%20Threads%20app
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Open%20Threads%20app
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Open Threads app”
end tell
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Open Disney Plus series
Opens Disney+ to the Series page where you can see their TV shows.
Play Workout radio
Presents a menu of Apple Music workout stations and plays your choice.
Open Twitch on the Mac
Opens Twitch.TV on your Mac – works remotely from your other devices too.
Open Star Wars on Disney Plus
Shows the Star Wars category of content in Disney+ like the three trilogies, TV shows, or animated serie
FaceTime Audio Speed Dial
Presents a menu of your family members, then calls the corresponding contact on FaceTime Audio.
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