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1

Open Shortcuts

Launch the Shortcuts app on your iOS, iPadOS, or macOS device
2

Create shortcut

Create a new shortcut or edit an existing one
3

Add Cleft

Search for “Cleft” in the actions list
4

Configure

Add and configure Cleft actions in your shortcut

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Available Actions

  • Create New Note: Start a new Cleft note directly from Shortcuts

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Example Use Cases

  • Create daily journal entries at specific times
  • Send latest notes to project management tools
  • Add notes with predefined tags based on calendar events
  • Create notes from selected text in other apps

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Tips for Effective Use

  1. Combine Cleft actions with other app actions
  2. Use automation triggers based on:
    • Time
    • Location
    • Other events
  3. Experiment with different combinations
Some advanced Cleft features may not be available through Shortcuts yet.
Explore the Shortcuts app’s documentation and community resources for more advanced automation ideas.