There is a hidden feature called back tap on iPhone iOS 14. It is a secret button on iPhone. The back tap feature allows you to choose default shortcuts for both double tap and triple tap (the back of ...

The Shortcuts app is easily overlooked. While it’s capable of creating scripts to automate tasks and processes, it can initially seem overwhelmingly complex — enough that many may have written it off ...

Next time your Mac is too slow, or you're having to keep repeating the same steps on your iPhone, learn Shortcuts and it will dramatically improve your speed — and even accuracy. Editor's note: This ...

I finally figured out the perfect set of controls to assign to the iPhone’s Action button. I created a shortcut that cleverly combines the two controls I want to use it for. The Action button can ...

Last week, we showed you how to add quick-launch shortcuts to the iPhone home screen. Now, an app called App Switcher adds similar capabilities to the Notification Center in iOS. App Switcher costs $1 ...

If you don’t know where to start, here’s a taste of what’s possible. Image: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac If you’ve never tried making your own Siri Shortcuts, I’ve compiled a short list of the best ...

The Shortcuts app is getting several upgrades in iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe that unlock brand new possibilities for automation on Apple platforms. Here’s what’s coming. Shortcuts in iOS 26 starts with a ...

Are you making the most of your iPhone’s capabilities? If you’re not using custom shortcuts, you could be missing out on a powerful tool to simplify your daily routines. The Shortcuts app, a built-in ...