Learn how to access and run pre-defined App Shortcuts directly within the Shortcuts app on your iOS or iPadOS device.
These App Shortcuts are actions provided by various apps that you can trigger quickly, often interacting with the specific application to perform a task.
Locating App Shortcuts
To find the App Shortcuts available on your device, follow these steps in the Shortcuts app:
- On your iPhone: Tap the navigation or browse icon, usually located in the upper-left corner of the screen.
- On your iPad: Perform a swipe from the left edge of the screen to open the sidebar.
Performing either of these actions will reveal different sections within the Shortcuts app interface, including one dedicated to App Shortcuts.
Executing an App Shortcut
Once you have located the App Shortcuts area:
- In the App Shortcuts area, tap the name of the app you wish to use a shortcut with. This will expand to show the available App Shortcuts for that app.
- Tap the specific shortcut from the list under the app's name.
Tapping a shortcut will initiate its action. This action might open the app and perform a specific task within it, or perform the task in the background depending on the shortcut's design.
These steps outline how to utilize the pre-defined App Shortcuts integrated into the Shortcuts app, providing a quick way to interact with your applications.
