If
Tests if a condition is true, and if so, runs the actions inside. Otherwise, the actions under “Otherwise” are run.
Open VIP inbox
Opens the VIP inbox in Mail using Open Mailbox or AppleScri
Scripting Actions
Extra Details
Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Open%20VIP%20inbox
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Open%20VIP%20inbox
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Open VIP inbox”
end tell
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