Allows for the generation and management of Apple Shortcuts, providing tools to search actions, analyze complexity, and build .shortcut files compatible with the Apple ecosystem.
Enables the creation of shortcut files designed to be opened and executed on iOS devices.
Supports the generation and validation of shortcuts for use within macOS.
Click on "Install Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type
@followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@Apple Shortcuts MCP ServerCreate a shortcut that summarizes my clipboard and saves it to Notes"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
Apple Shortcuts MCP Server
MCP server for generating and managing Apple Shortcuts (.shortcut files).
Local Setup
Add to ~/.claude/settings.json:
Remote Deployment (Docker)
Endpoint: POST /mcp
Health check: GET /health
Tools
shortcuts_list_categories- List action categoriesshortcuts_search_actions- Search for actionsshortcuts_get_action- Get action detailsshortcuts_generate- Generate .shortcut fileshortcuts_analyze- Analyze shortcut complexityshortcuts_validate- Validate shortcut structureshortcuts_create_block- Create control flow blocksshortcuts_create_action- Create common actionsshortcuts_list_icons- List icon options
Quick Example
Save the output as .shortcut and open on iOS/macOS.