Play Sound
Plays the audio file passed as input, or a default notification sound if no audio file was passed.
Play encoded audio
Gets an audio file encoded as text, decodes the value, and plays the sound at 35%. Pairs well with “Encode audio.”
Actions Used
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).
Extra Details
Run Shortcut deep link
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Play%20encoded%20audio
Open Shortcut deep link
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Play%20encoded%20audio
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events”
run shortcut “Play encoded audio”
end tell
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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.
Play from soundboard
Presents a menu of sounds (each with corresponding text-encoded audio), decodes your choice, and plays the sound at 35%.
Record and trim audio
Records normal-quality audio on tap, lets you trim the result, and saves it to a folder of your choice.
Make audio recording
Records normal-quality audio—starting and stopping on tap—then adds to a folder; if no folder exists, creates one.
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Activates the key code for F4’s native function, which triggers the LaunchPad feature that shows your app icons like an iOS Home Screen.
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Opens Twitch on the TV of your choice, showing the Remote after so you can select a channel.
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