π This relevant compound file structure corresponds to the automated action built up, initiated, and opened by Apple Shortcuts, an efficient applet for iPads and iPhones. Specifically, it embraces the data required to execute a multi-step action, such as upload a photo to a social network or media service, audibly reproducing a custom tailored musical playlist, or getting directions to a pre-set address, with a sole finger tap. The noted format specification entries can be effortlessly and seamlessly shared with others via Appleβs iCloud service. Apple Shortcuts is a flexible mobile applet that assists iPad and iPhone owners to productively automate diverse multi-step activities they accomplish on their mobile devices, so they execute those activities with a single button tap. These automated reprosteps are generally referenced as shortcuts. Each distinctive shortcut appears as an individual button in Apple Shortcuts and is saved in its own analogous file template. If a user desires to share one of their Apple Shortcuts with another trusted team member or colleague, they can easily tap the appβs Share button and create a predefined iCloud link. Other users are granted an ability to enter the linkβs URL in their accustomed web-browser to properly download and install the requested shortcut file item. Users are also afforded a way to save and reallocate between each other .SHORTCUT-packaged elements to install proper shortcuts, as the service does not provide a possibility to efficiently import shortcuts from anywhere other than iCloud. As long as the predefined data items are applied to automatically execute various actions on your operating device, it is insistently recommended to install and make use only of those samples you trust. The shortcuts of other users may be malicious, and you are required to always checkout and assure a file recordβs legitimacy before eventually opening it up and discovering.
π Another apparent designation of the noted container class refers to the Asutype (formerly As-U-Type), a real-time spell checking service. The primary aim of the Asutype bundle is to speed up repetitive, recurring typing operations by permitting users to enter phrases or words via custom text shortcuts.
How to open an .SHORTCUT file?
π The following extension subbranch is perfectly operated, opened up, and supported by Apple iCloud and Apple Shortcuts toolkits, compliant with a majority of actually released iPhones and iPads. As an optional tweak, the obsolete Fanix Software Asutype utility may appear handy and suitable for exploring, monitoring and surveying the target .SHORTCUT-wrapped file items.