Latest Shortcuts

Latest Shortcuts

1. Voice Command Enhancer

What It Does

Lets you run multiple actions with a single Siri phrase (e.g., “Hey Siri, Start My Day”). It can turn on lights, read the weather, play music, and show your calendar at once.

How to Create It

  • Open Shortcuts → tap +.
  • Add as many actions as desired:
    • Get Weather → Speak/Show Result.
    • Play Music.
    • HomeKit controls (lights, thermostat).
    • Get or Show Calendar Events.
  • (Optional) Combine results into one Speak Text for a summary.
  • Name it something Siri can recognize (e.g., “Start My Day”).

How to Use

  • Say “Hey Siri, Start My Day” (or your chosen name) and watch it run all actions in sequence.

2. Smart Home Controller

What It Does

A centralized shortcut for managing multiple smart-home devices at once. Great for HomeKit accessories (lights, thermostats, locks, etc.).

How to Create It

  • Open Shortcuts → tap +.
  • Add actions like “Set [Device] to [State]” (e.g., lights at 70%, thermostat at 72°F).
  • (Optional) Add Ask for Input to choose a scene or device setting on the fly.
  • Name it (e.g., “Movie Night,” “Leaving Home”).

How to Use

  • Run this shortcut (or ask Siri) to configure all devices simultaneously.

3. Travel Organizer

What It Does

Keeps your travel info (flight times, hotel reservations, rental car) in one place. Can display your itinerary and link to Maps, Safari, etc.

How to Create It

  • Open Shortcuts → +.
  • Ask for Input for flight number or destination.
  • Text/Combine Text to format a mini-itinerary.
  • (Optional) Add “Show Directions” for your hotel or “Open Safari” for flight status.
  • Name it “Travel Organizer.”

How to Use

  • Run the shortcut, enter your details, and it displays (or speaks) all relevant info.
  • Advanced steps could add events to Calendar or open flight status pages automatically.

More Shortcut Ideas

  • Morning Routine: Combine Voice Command Enhancer + Weather + Smart Home to turn on lights, get forecast, and read your first calendar event.
  • Focus Mode Switch: Enable Do Not Disturb, set brightness/volume, and start a “Focus” playlist for study/work time.
  • Share ETA Shortcut: Get Current Location + Show Directions + Share to send your arrival time or location updates to a chosen contact.
  • Health Check: Use “Get Health Samples” for steps, heart rate, etc. Perfectly pairs with a Fitness Tracker Sync idea.
  • Expense Tracker: “Ask for Input” → “Create New Note” or log in a budgeting app to quickly record spending.

Tips for Creating & Using Shortcuts

  • Add to Home Screen:
    • In edit view, tap Share Icon or “…” → “Add to Home Screen.”
  • Use Siri:
    • Pick a clear name. Then say “Hey Siri, [Shortcut Name].”
  • Automations:
    • Shortcuts → Automation → + → Create Personal Automation to trigger at certain times or locations.
  • Personalize:
    • Involve multiple apps—Calendar, Maps, Music, HomeKit, Reminders, Health, etc.
    • Add “Wait” actions or “Ask for Input” for interactive prompts.
  • Have Fun Exploring:
    • Combine shortcuts for unique multi-step routines. The sky’s the limit!