Is it safe to run Shortcuts through Claude Code?

Yes. This skill is programmed to never run a shortcut without explicit user confirmation via the AskUserQuestion tool, ensuring you maintain control over system actions.

How do I see what a Shortcut does before running it?

You can ask Claude to show the details of a shortcut, which uses the 'shortcuts view' command to display its purpose and actions.

Can I pass files or data as input to a Shortcut?

Yes, the skill supports the --input-path parameter, allowing you to pass specific files or data to a Shortcut for processing.

Can Claude create new macOS Shortcuts directly?

No, Claude cannot create or modify Shortcuts files. You must create them in the macOS Shortcuts app first, and then Claude can trigger them for you.

What should I do if a Shortcut fails with a signing error?

You can use the 'shortcuts sign' command via the Bash tool or manually enable 'Allow Running Scripts' in the Shortcuts app advanced settings.

Apple Shortcuts for macOS

Name: Apple Shortcuts for macOS
Author: g-shudy

byg-shudy

Productivity & Workflow

Automates macOS workflows by listing, viewing, and executing user-defined Apple Shortcuts directly through Claude.

About

This skill integrates Apple Shortcuts with Claude Code, enabling the execution of complex macOS automation workflows from the command line. It provides a secure interface to list available shortcuts, view their details, and trigger them with user confirmation, effectively bridging the gap between Claude's reasoning and native system-level automations like file management, notification handling, and application control.

Key Features

Preview Shortcut details to verify internal actions before execution
List all available macOS Shortcuts installed on the system
0 GitHub stars
Execute Shortcuts by name with optional input paths for processing files
Assistance with signing Shortcuts for seamless automation integration
Enforced security via mandatory user confirmation for every execution

Use Cases

Controlling system-level settings like Focus modes or display brightness during work
Triggering complex morning or evening productivity routines with a single command
Automating file management tasks like photo organization, backups, or document conversion

About

Key Features

Preview Shortcut details to verify internal actions before execution
List all available macOS Shortcuts installed on the system
0 GitHub stars
Execute Shortcuts by name with optional input paths for processing files
Assistance with signing Shortcuts for seamless automation integration
Enforced security via mandatory user confirmation for every execution

Use Cases

Controlling system-level settings like Focus modes or display brightness during work
Triggering complex morning or evening productivity routines with a single command
Automating file management tasks like photo organization, backups, or document conversion