Take Control of Shortcuts, 2nd Edition

Run Shortcuts

There are lots of ways to run shortcuts, and I would be remiss if I didn’t tell you how to do so! The ways you can run a shortcut vary depending on which platform you’re using. I start by showing you how to run shortcuts manually in iOS/iPadOS, and then explain how to Run Shortcuts from Automations in iOS or iPadOS, Run Shortcuts on an Apple Watch, and Run Shortcuts in macOS.

Run Shortcuts Manually in iOS/iPadOS

On either an iPhone or iPad, you can run a shortcut manually, starting it yourself, or automatically based on various triggers such as a focus mode turning on or off, or starting a workout on your Apple Watch. Let’s look at the manual options first; automatic options are covered later, in Run Shortcuts from Automations ...