Create One-Button Smart Home Shortcuts with Apple Shortcuts

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Initialize the Shortcut

   Open the Shortcuts app on your iPhone. Tap the plus (+) icon in the top-right corner to create a new, blank shortcut.

2. 1 min

   Add Home Actions

   Tap Add Action. In the search field, type Control Home and select the action from the results. Tap the blue Home accessory text to select the specific device or scene you wish to trigger.

   Note: Select 'Turn' to toggle, or 'Set' to define a specific state.
3. 30 sec

   Define Command Parameters

   Set the device to the desired state, such as Power On or Brightness 50%. Tap Done to save the action configuration.

4. 1 min

   Customize the Shortcut Appearance

   Tap the downward arrow next to the shortcut name at the top of the screen. Select Rename to give it a clear label, then choose Choose Icon to select a glyph and color that matches the device function.

5. 1 min

   Add to Home Screen

   With the shortcut still selected in the edit view, tap the Share icon at the bottom of the screen. Select Add to Home Screen from the share sheet, then tap Add in the top-right corner.

   Note: The icon will now appear as an app on your Home Screen.