If you own an iPhone and you’re not using the Shortcuts app, you’re missing out on some serious productivity power. iPhone Shortcuts aren’t just tech gimmicks anymore; they can simplify tasks, save time, and automate routines like a pro.
Apple’s Shortcuts app lets you do smart things with just one tap. Whether you want to speed up charging, share WiFi without telling the password, or make your screenshots look clean and professional, there’s a shortcut for that.
In this post, I’m sharing 5 iPhone shortcuts that people actually use. These are not random or gimmicky; they solve actual problems. And yes, they’re all beginner-friendly.
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- Here are five iPhone shortcuts that are actually useful, easy to set up, and worth adding in 2025.
1. Recognize Music with One Tap
If you’re in a car, cafe, or watching a video, and a great song plays, just run this shortcut. Your iPhone will listen, recognize the track, and tell you the song name and artist.
- This is quicker than opening Shazam or typing lyrics into Google.
- Tap to access the music information immediately.
Try this when
- You’re watching Instagram Reels and like the background music
- A song plays on TV, but you don’t know its name
2. Make iPhone Charge Faster
We all hate slow charging. This shortcut turns off features like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and background apps so your phone charges faster.
If you’re going out and your battery is low, run this shortcut before plugging in. You’ll get more charge in less time.
This works best when
- You’re in a hurry
- You only have 15-20 minutes to charge
- You want to reduce battery drain while charging
3. Share Your Wi-Fi with a QR Code
No one likes typing long Wi-Fi passwords. This shortcut creates a QR code for your Wi-Fi. Anyone can scan it with his or her camera and get connected instantly.
It’s a great way to share Wi-Fi at home, in your office, or even in a shop.
Why it’s smart
- No spelling mistakes
- Faster than explaining passwords
- Works on all phones with a camera
4. Remove Background from Any Photo
Need a clean image without a background? Just run this shortcut, choose any photo, and it will remove the background. You get a PNG image with a transparent background, perfect for thumbnails, product photos, or profile pics.
Who should use this?
5. Add Apple Device Frame to Screenshots
Want to make your iPhone screenshots look more professional? This shortcut adds a clean Apple frame (like an iPhone or iPad) around your screenshot automatically.
Great for people who post tutorials, share UI designs, or just want to make their screenshots look premium.
Use it when
- Sharing your home screen
- Showing app designs
- Writing how-to guides
Final Word
These iPhone shortcuts are not only cool but also practical. Each one saves you time or effort. And the best part? You don’t need any coding or apps to use them.
Just add, tap, and enjoy.
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Let me know in the comment section if you'd like a second part with more powerful shortcuts.
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