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Apple Shortcuts Action

Run Apple Shortcuts directly from Radial.

What It Does​

The Apple Shortcuts action lets you trigger any shortcut from the Shortcuts app, integrating your existing automations seamlessly into Radial. This bridges the power of Apple Shortcuts with Radial's quick-access interface.

Apple Shortcuts

When to Use It​

Use Apple Shortcuts when you want to:

  • Run existing shortcuts you've already created
  • Access iOS-style automations on macOS
  • Use Shortcuts' built-in actions and integrations
  • Share shortcuts across your Apple devices
  • Leverage the Shortcuts Gallery for pre-built automations

Configuration​

Select Shortcut — Choose from your installed shortcuts in the dropdown menu. Radial automatically detects all shortcuts available in the Shortcuts app.

Setting Up Shortcuts​

Create a Shortcut​

  1. Open the Shortcuts app (pre-installed on macOS)
  2. Click the + button to create a new shortcut
  3. Add actions by searching or browsing categories
  4. Name your shortcut
  5. The shortcut will automatically appear in Radial

Troubleshooting​

Shortcut not appearing? — Make sure the shortcut is saved in the Shortcuts app. Restart Radial if needed.

Permission errors? — Check System Settings > Privacy & Security to ensure Shortcuts and Radial have necessary permissions.

Shortcut fails silently? — Open Shortcuts app and run the shortcut directly to see any error messages.

Learn More​

Shortcuts User Guide — Apple's official Shortcuts documentation

Shortcuts Gallery — Open Shortcuts app and browse the Gallery for pre-built automations

Next Steps​