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Run shortcuts from iOS Search
Using iOS Search, you can quickly locate and open a shortcut without having to open the Shortcuts app.
On your iOS device’s Home screen, swipe down from the centre.
Before you enter a search term, suggested shortcuts may appear on the screen.
Type the name of the shortcut in the search field.
A list of results forms as you type. You may need to scroll to locate your shortcuts. Each shortcut result displays the icon and name of the shortcut (prepended with the word “Run”).
Tap the shortcut, then do one of the following:
Tap “Do”, then follow any additional onscreen instructions.
Tap the shortcut to open the Shortcuts app, then tap
to run the shortcut.
Tap
to dismiss the shortcut.