Press Escape

Runs a local AppleScript or script over SSH to simulate the Escape key.

Run Shortcut deep link

shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Press%20Escape

Open Shortcut deep link

shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Press%20Escape

AppleScript code

tell application “Shortcuts Events” run shortcut “Press Escape” end tell

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Uses AppleScript to trigger the keyboard shortcut for the Quick Entry feature of Things on the Mac.

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Opens the Crossword section of the News app.

Sets AirPods Pro to Adaptive mode, then starts an outdoor run using the Apple Watch and vibrates when starting.

Activates Stage Manager with the Recent Apps option enabled (and the Dock hidden).

Plays the audiobook for Atomic Habits by James Clear.

Opens YouTube.com on the web or redirects to the Home tab in the app.

Starts the Back To Work program with Merlin Mann and Dan Benjamin.

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