Open Living Room apps

Opens a set of apps designed for everyday use in the living room – includes Books, Home, Calendar, Podcasts, News, Streaks, and Structured.

Scripting Actions

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Open App
Opens the specified app.

Extra Details

Link to Run Shortcut
shortcuts://run-shortcut?name=Open%20Living%20Room%20apps
Link to Open Shortcut
shortcuts://open-shortcut?name=Open%20Living%20Room%20apps
AppleScript code
tell application “Shortcuts Events” run shortcut “Open Living Room apps” end tell

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