Play encoded audio
Gets an audio file encoded as text, decodes the value, and plays the sound at 35%. Pairs well with “Encode audio.”
Scripting Actions
Set Volume
Sets the system volume. If you set the volume using a variable, use a number between 0 and 1 (for example, pass 0.5 for half volume).
Play Sound
Plays the audio file passed as input, or a default notification sound if no audio file was passed.
Extra Details
Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Play%20encoded%20audio
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Play%20encoded%20audio
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Play encoded audio”
end tell
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Play audio recording
Grabs your audio folder, lets you pick a file, and plays the sound at 35% volume.
Make audio recording
Records normal-quality audio—starting and stopping on tap—then adds to a folder; if no folder exists, creates one.
Encode audio
Records audio until you tap it to stop, then encodes it into a text-based format, then copies it to your clipboard (to be decoded and played back later).
Make high-quality recording
Records audio at Very High quality, starting and stopping on tap – then, saves to a folder of your choosing.
Record audio file
Records audio using the phone’s mics, then saves the file and asks you if you want to share it.
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