What is shortcuts on iPhone?
Shortcuts is an app developed by Apple that allows users to create custom automations on their iOS devices.
It enables you to perform tasks quickly and efficiently by combining multiple actions into a single tap or voice command with Siri.
How to shorten links using Linko shortcuts integration
With Linko’s shortcuts integration, you can shorten links effortlessly on your iPhone.
By downloading and setting up our Shortcut, you can save shortened links directly to your Linko account with just a tap.
How to install the Linko shortcut?
- Prepare your iOS device:
- Ensure you have the Shortcuts app installed on your iOS device. If not, download it from the App Store.
- Download the Linko shortcut:
- Log in to your Linko account.
- Go to tools & integrations, then select shortcuts integration.
- Download the shortcut from your account.
- Configure the shortcut:
- After installation, you’ll be prompted to configure the shortcut. Copy the API URL and API key from your Linko account and paste them into the configuration fields.
- Once configured, your Shortcut is ready to use.
- Start Shortening Links:
- With the setup complete, you can start shortening links directly from your device with a single tap.
How Does It Work?
The Linko Shortcut works seamlessly with various iPhone features:
Safari
If you’re viewing a page in Safari and want to shorten its URL, simply tap the share icon at the bottom of the screen.
The shortcut will shorten the URL and automatically copy it to your clipboard, ready for you to paste anywhere.
Siri
You can also use Siri to shorten-link . Just copy a link, then say, “Shorten Link” to Siri. The shortcut will shorten the link and copy it to your clipboard.
Manual Operation
Another way to use the shortcut is by holding a link, tapping on Share, and selecting Shorten Link from the list. This will shorten the link and copy it to your clipboard for easy access.
By integrating Linko with Apple’s Shortcuts app, you can make your link-shortening process faster and more convenient, all within the familiar environment of your iPhone.