How To Directly Access Threads Profiles Using Shortcuts
July 26
In learning about Threads’ unique URL scheme, I’ve shared two shortcuts for accessing others’ and your own profile directly in the app.
Tag: Shortcuts
New in the Shortcuts Library: Camera app shortcuts
July 25
New in iOS 17 is the “Open Camera” action, which lets users select a specific camera mode to open each time – here’s my set of shortcuts for each option available.
Use This Sample Discord Shortcut To Get Started Building Your Own Bot »
July 20
While perusing Twitter, I came across a sample shortcut I wanted to save for later – this Discord bot that can post directly to a channel.
All The New Actions for Shortcuts in iOS 17: Multiple Timers, Mail, Passwords, & More
July 12
The iOS 17 public is out, and that means new Shortcuts actions – here’s the full list available so far, plus my early access shortcuts.
My Shortcuts for Apple’s Software Update & Public Beta program
July 12
Apple’s new public beta program for iOS 17 has been released – use these shortcuts to quickly access each update and check the release notes for what’s new.
View Your Order History, Shopping Cart, and Amazon Categories With These Shortcuts
July 11
If you’re an Amazon shopper, there’s many parts of the site you might not have seen yet – use these shortcuts to quickly browse for items.
Set Up Your Shortcuts on Stream Deck with This Plugin from Sentinelite
July 11
If you work at a Mac desktop, there’s no better way to run your shortcuts than using a Stream Deck – this plugin from Sentinelite makes setting up all your shortcuts seamless.
Bear 2 launches with new Export Note and Backup actions for Shortcuts on Mac
July 11
Bear 2 has launched with a host of new features – and two new Shortcuts actions for Mac users.
New in the Shortcuts Library: Threads shortcuts
July 5
Threads by Instagram just released, and that means I’m building shortcuts – there’s much to work off, even right at the start.
How to Open Threads Profiles from Mastodon and Twitter Directly in the Threads App »
July 5
If you’re running into issues opening Thread profiles into the app, this shortcut from MacStories is for you – set it up with Back Tap and you’re good to go.
How to make Threads work well on iPad (hint: Stage Manager)
July 5
If you’re trying out the new Threads app from Instagram (you can follow me here if you’re on it), you might be wondering if you
How to build an App Intents Spotlight integration using Shortcuts »
July 5
Apple has introduced a new feature to display App Intents in Spotlight – Antoine Van Der Lee wrote up how he implemented the change in his app WeTransfer.
Shortcuts For My Top 10 Shows on Apple TV+
July 5
Ever wanted to jump right back into one of your favorite Apple TV+ shows? Grab a link and create shortcuts like this set of my favorite shows.
Take Control Of The TV App With These 10 Shortcuts
July 5
Access each and every part of Apple’s TV app with these shortcuts built of the web URL counterparts for each section.
How to Use Custom File Names for Screenshots on an iPhone »
June 3
MakeUseOf has put together a guide on how to use the Take Screenshot action in Shortcuts to give your captures a custom filename.
If Apple wants its headset to win, it needs to reinvent the app »
June 3
David Pierce of The Verge takes a look at Apple’s approach to apps in lieu of a rumored headset – and how the ecosystem needs to change.
7 ways Apple is already a major player in AI »
June 3
From XDA’s story on how Apple uses artificial intelligence in its products already – how Siri Shortcuts and the Suggestions features learn from your habits.
Tasks to-do app gets major update with collaboration, more »
June 3
Developer Mustafa Yusuf has released a huge update to Tasks 3 – the folks at 9to5Mac have a write-up on everything that’s new.
How to Enable iPhone Orientation Lock for Specific Apps »
June 3
The folks at MacObserver have put together a guide for how to set up App automations that control Orientation Lock – check it out.
How To Play A Headphones-Only Alarm On iPhone
June 2
Esther from Mastodon shared a great tip for using Personal Automations for psuedo-alarms when you don’t want to play alerts out loud – I built off her idea with a tip around Alarm automations.