This article details the extensive list of iOS URL schemes for Apple settings, constantly updated to reflect the latest iOS versions. These schemes are particularly useful within the Shortcuts app, allowing users to create custom automations and workflows.
The URL schemes allow users to directly access and modify various settings within the Shortcuts app, expanding the possibilities for automation beyond the app's built-in features. Users can adjust settings in areas such as Background Sounds, Color Filters, Device Details, Focus, Text Size, and Zoom.
With iOS 17, several new settings actions have been added, including:
This expansion further emphasizes the power and flexibility offered by URL schemes for controlling device settings.
The article highlights the potential for developers and users to leverage these URL schemes to create highly customized shortcuts and workflows, enhancing the overall user experience. The author expresses hope that Apple will continue expanding the available options in future updates.
[Last updated: December 14, 2023]
Apple’s latest version of Shortcuts includes many practical actions for your custom workflows and automations. It even has actions that open menus in Settings. Unfortunately, many menu items, sections, sliders, and toggles are missing — but that’s where URL schemes and deep links come in.
The Shortcuts app has at least 40 Settings-related actions, which you can find under various categories, from the Settings app itself to networking and scripting.
Notable topics include Background Sounds, Color Filters, Device Details, Focus, Text Size, and Zoom. Apple has even added a few more on iOS 17, such as Get Hotspot Password, Set Hotspot Password, Find Cellular Plans, Toggle Cellular Plan, Reset Cellular Data Statistics, Set Data Roaming, Set Default Line, and Set Left/Right Balance.
What’s great about these is that you can have your shortcuts change settings for you, whether it’s something you code into the workflow directly or ask the shortcut’s user to input. It’s pretty impressive, and I hope Apple adds more in upcoming updates.
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