Use Shortcuts to automate tasks on iPad

The Shortcuts app lets you automate tasks you do often with just a tap or by asking Siri. Create shortcuts to get directions to the next event in your Calendar, move text from one app to another, and more. Choose ready-made shortcuts from the Gallery or build your own using different apps to run multiple steps in a task.

To learn how to automate the best features of your apps, see the Shortcuts User Guide.

The My Shortcuts tab. At the top is a search field. Below that are shortcuts to complete common everyday tasks such as making a PDF, sharing your location, and setting a laundry timer. At the bottom are the Automation and Gallery tabs.

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Use Shortcuts to automate tasks on iPad