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appStoreId: 1586435171
links:
'Older Versions': https://github.com/sindresorhus/Actions#download
'TestFlight': https://testflight.apple.com/join/fJGUrsZx
---

The app provides lots of powerful extra actions for the Shortcuts app on macOS and iOS. These actions make it significantly easier to create shortcuts.

**Restart your device if the actions do not show up in the Shortcuts app.**
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**The app requires you to specify your own OpenAI API key.**

Your API key is securely stored in your keychain, not in a shortcut.

<br>

*You may also like my [Actions](/actions) app.*
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### macOS version

The macOS version is not yet available on the App Store because App Store review is being difficult. You can get it [here](https://dsc.cloud/sindresorhus/AI-Actions-1.0.2-1695808820.zip) for now. (Requires macOS 13+)
The macOS version is not yet available on the App Store because App Store review is being difficult. You can get it [here](https://github.com/sindresorhus/meta/files/12800983/AI.Actions.1.0.3.zip) for now. (Requires macOS 13+)

### Frequently Asked Questions {#faq}

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#### Why are these actions not just part of your [Actions](/actions) app?

Apple prevents any app that includes AI-related functionality to be available in China. I didn't want the Actions app to be unavailable in China just because of one action.
Apple prevents any app that includes AI-related functionality from being available in China. I didn't want the Actions app to be unavailable in China just because of one action.

#### How is this better than the “Ask ChatGPT” action provided by the official ChatGPT app?

This one works on macOS too, supports longer text, has customizability options for power-users, supports DALL·E 2, and will support more AI APIs in the future.

#### How is this better than just calling the OpenAI API directly from Shortcuts?

This makes it simpler, but more importantly, it stores your API key securely in the keychain. This means you can share your shortcuts to others without exposing your API key. The API key is not stored in the shortcut.

#### Why is this free without ads?

I just enjoy making apps. Consider leaving a nice review on the App Store.
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- Batch conversion
- Significantly improved performance on iOS thanks to CoreML
- Export to karaoke file
- ChatGPT integration

<details>
<summary><b>Supports audio in 100 languages</b></summary>
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This is unfortunately a flaw in the Whisper model. It can sometimes add a sentence like “Thanks for watching!” to the end. There is not much I can do about this.

#### The transcription is in Traditional Chinese while the audio was in Simplified Chinese?

The [Whisper AI model](https://github.com/openai/whisper) used by the app does not differentiate between Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese, so the result could unfortunately end up with either. [Learn more.](https://github.com/openai/whisper/discussions/277)

I have plans to add a workaround where you can write a prompt to improve this, but I cannot promise when this will happen.

#### Why must I keep the iOS app open while it transcribes?

iOS apps are fundamentally restricted from operating in the background for extended periods. This ironically even [affects Apple's official apps](https://twitter.com/bzamayo/status/1661133704792621059).
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I would like to keep the app simple and only support one piece of text. It's kinda in the app name. However, the app comes with a shortcut action to change the text, so you could use the Shortcuts automations to change the text during the day.

*(macOS does not yet have automations. You can use [Shortery](https://apps.apple.com/app/id1594183810) for now.)*

#### Can you add support for user-installed fonts?

This is unfortunately not possible as widgets cannot access user-installed fonts.
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This is unfortunately not possible. Apple has decided that the rectangular widget can only appear on the left or right side.

#### Can I pick a color for the text?
#### Can I pick a color for the text on the Lock Screen?

Lock Screen widgets cannot have colors. I don't plan to support this for the Home Screen widgets as I would like to keep the app simple.
Lock Screen widgets cannot have colors. You can set a custom text color for the normal widgets though.

#### Can I pick a background color for the widget?
#### Can I pick a background color for the Lock Screen widgets?

Same answer as the above.

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#### Can you make the widget bigger?

The widget sizes are controlled by iOS. The provided size is the largest it allows.
The widget sizes are controlled by Apple. The provided size is the largest it allows.

#### How can I remove the date prefix from the inline Lock Screen widget above the clock?

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This is unfortunately not possible as watchOS only supports opening the keyboard.

#### Can I launch it with the action button?

Add [this shortcut](https://www.icloud.com/shortcuts/6b890da159844407a6b39de454567c97) to one of your Apple devices (not the watch), and then on the watch, select the shortcut in the action button configuration.

#### Can you support iOS and macOS too?

Unfortunately, it is unlikely that the app will be available on iOS and macOS. The pricing of the app is based on its expected lifetime usage, and since I am charged for the amount of usage, the cost would be much higher on iOS. For macOS, check out [QuickGPT](/quickgpt).
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### Trial

There's a fully functional trial available [here](https://dsc.cloud/sindresorhus/Dato-5.0.14-trial-1695138445.zip). The only limitation is that it will prompt you to buy Dato every 12 hours and it will not receive updates. If you decide to buy Dato on the App Store, all data and settings from the trial version will be preserved (they share the same storage).
There's a fully functional trial available [here](https://dsc.cloud/sindresorhus/Dato-5.1.1-trial-1697283039.zip). The only limitation is that it will prompt you to buy Dato every 12 hours and it will not receive updates. If you decide to buy Dato on the App Store, all data and settings from the trial version will be preserved (they share the same storage).

You can also [try it on Setapp](https://go.setapp.com/stp181?_target=https://setapp.com/apps/dato&utm_medium=vendor_program&utm_source=Sindre+Sorhus&utm_content=link) for 7 days for free.

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Try turning off the “Vibrancy” setting. You can also try increasing the text size with the “Larger text” setting.

#### What does the `` symbol in the “upcoming event in menu bar” item mean?

It indicates that there are multiple ongoing events, but only one is shown.

#### My Google Calendar does not update in the app

You might have to re-authenticate your Google account. Open the Calendar app's settings, go to the “Accounts” pane, and try to remove and re-add the Google account.
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- [Reset NVRAM](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204063)
- [Reset SMC](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201295)

#### Where can I find the changelog?

Go [here](https://apps.apple.com/app/id1263070803) and click “Version History”.

#### Does it work when the lid is closed? {#lid-closed}

No, that’s not allowed for apps on the App Store, for good reasons. Imagine you activate it while your computer is doing a heavy task and then put the laptop in your bag. Your laptop could easily overheat.
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However, power users can take advantage of the Shortcuts app to use custom durations. Drag the “Set Enabled State” Lungo action into the shortcut editor in the Shortcuts app. Click “Show more” and then choose a custom duration. You can pin the shortcut workflow to the menu bar for easy access or set a global keyboard shortcut for it.

#### Can it keep my status on Slack, Microsoft Teams, etc, show as active?

No, that's not the purpose of this app. Different apps use different techniques for detecting active status, which could change at any time.

#### How can I export, import, sync, or back up the settings?

[See this guide.](https://github.com/sindresorhus/guides/blob/main/backup-app-settings.md)
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defaults export com.sindresorhus.Lungo-setapp - | defaults import com.sindresorhus.Lungo -
```

#### Where can I find the changelog?

Go [here](https://apps.apple.com/app/id1263070803) and click “Version History”.

#### Can you localize the app into my language?

I don't have any immediate plans to localize the app.
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The app is intentionally simple. Check out [Dato](/dato) for more features and settings.

The calendar displays dates and days in your language, but the rest of the app is in English.

<br>

### Tips
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No, One Task deliberately avoids automatic integration with other todo apps. Most todo apps encourage task hoarding, leading to overwhelm and inaction. One Task focuses on actionable items you commit to completing within the day. Manually select your highest-priority tasks and add them to One Task for focused execution.

#### Does the app support task templates?
#### Does the app support recurring tasks? {#recurring-tasks}

No. I want to keep this app super simple.

However, you can achieve this using the Shortcuts app. Create a [shortcut](https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/shortcuts/welcome/ios) that uses the “Add Task” action to add the tasks you want to be recurring. Then create an [automation](https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/shortcuts/apdfbdbd7123/7.0/ios/17.0) to run the shortcut at a certain interval. For example, every morning.

*(macOS does not yet have automations. You can use [Shortery](https://apps.apple.com/app/id1594183810) for now.)*

#### Does the app support task templates? {#task-templates}

No, but you can achieve this using the Shortcuts app. Modify [this shortcut](https://www.icloud.com/shortcuts/51edae78b820457a89d12715a053fac6) and run it every time you want to apply the template tasks. You could even add the shortcut to the Home Screen.

#### Why doesn't the app have folders, tags, or priorities?

One Task is designed for action, not endless categorization. It omits features like folders, tags, and priorities to eliminate distractions and decision fatigue. The app's core functionality is to help you commit to and complete tasks today.

#### Can you add a widget setting to choose background color?

I don't plan to add this. I want to keep the app super simple.

#### Why is this free without ads?

I just enjoy making apps. Consider leaving a nice review on the App Store.
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I don't plan to localize the app.

<!-- <br>
<br>

### Non-App Store Version

A special version for users that cannot access the App Store. It won't receive automatic updates. I will update it here once a year.

[Download](https://drive.google.com/file/d/12XOL8GeiqM4N3EFuw-ZZU_Hh-nXfYQLB/view?usp=sharing) *(1.2.0 · 3 GB)*
[Download](https://dsc.cloud/sindresorhus/One-Task-1.0.0-1696158358.zip) *(1.2.0)*

*Requires macOS 13 or later*
-->
*Requires macOS 14 or later*
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The app is made using Apple's latest technologies (SwitUI) and they have not added print support there yet.

#### Why is it suddenly showing a scrollbar?

You most likely have an external mouse connected. This is simply how macOS works. You can see the behavior in other text editing apps too. The behavior is completely out of my control.

#### How can I export, import, sync, or back up the settings?

[See this guide.](https://github.com/sindresorhus/guides/blob/main/backup-app-settings.md)
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For example, open google.com, launch TikTok, or run a shortcut to play a random music playlist.

*iPhone-only for now. iPad version will come when iPadOS supports Lock Screen widgets (probably iPadOS 17).*

<!-- **For macOS, it's only available for Apple silicon Macs.** -->

<br>
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#### The widget does not show up in the widget picker

This is a well-known iOS 16 issue. [Try this.](https://webtrickz.com/third-party-lock-screen-widgets-not-showing-ios-16/)
This is a well-known iOS issue. [Try this.](https://webtrickz.com/third-party-lock-screen-widgets-not-showing-ios-16/)

#### Can the Lock Screen widgets be full-colored?

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platforms:
- macOS
- iOS
- watchOS
appStoreId: 1589044499
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pubDate: 2020-09-02
platforms:
- macOS
isPaid: true
appStoreId: 1529006487
---

Record audio directly from the menu bar or with a global keyboard shortcut.

<sup>**Want to see this app included in [Setapp](https://setapp.com)?** Help make it happen by [requesting it here](https://www.facebook.com/groups/setapp/posts/1849644978569967/).</sup>

<br>

### Frequently Asked Questions {#faq}
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- [2.6.1](https://github.com/sindresorhus/meta/files/11053013/Recordia.2.6.1.-.macOS.12.zip) for macOS 12
- [2.3.0](https://github.com/sindresorhus/meta/files/8798113/Recordia.2.3.0.-.macOS.11.zip) for macOS 11
- [1.5.1](https://github.com/sindresorhus/meta/files/6538283/Recordia.1.5.1.-.macOS.10.15.zip) for macOS 10.15

These are free for everyone but they will not run on newer macOS versions.
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#### How can I run the speed test automatically every hour? {#scheduled}

Open the Shortcuts app, create a new shortcut, and then drag the “Get Internet Speed” action into the shortcut editor. You may want to enable the “Add to History” action setting. [Get the Shortery app](https://apps.apple.com/no/app/shortery/id1594183810?mt=12) and set it to run this shortcut every hour or at an interval of your choosing. (The Shortery app is only needed this year. It's almost certain that Apple will introduce automation for Shortcuts in macOS 14)
Open the Shortcuts app, create a new shortcut, and then drag the “Get Internet Speed” action into the shortcut editor. You may want to enable the “Add to History” action setting. [Get the Shortery app](https://apps.apple.com/no/app/shortery/id1594183810?mt=12) and set it to run this shortcut every hour or at an interval of your choosing.

#### Can you add support for iOS? {#ios}

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#### Can you support Safari profiles? {#safari-profiles}

Apple does not expose any way to open URLs in a specific profile. I recommend sending feedback to Apple that they should add Shortcuts and AppleScript support for this.
Apple does not expose any way to open URLs in a specific profile. I recommend [sending feedback](https://feedbackassistant.apple.com) to Apple that they should add Shortcuts and AppleScript support for this.

Feel free to duplicate my feedback reports:

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- [Tiny Apps](/tiny-apps) - Smaller utilities
- [Older Versions](/apps/older-versions) - My apps for older macOS versions
- [Terms of Use](/apps/terms) - Guidelines and conditions for using my apps
- [RSS Feed for New Apps](/rss-apps.xml) - Get notified about new apps I publish

## Free

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Quality crafted
<span class="bg-clip-text text-transparent bg-gradient-to-r from-primary-500 to-secondary-500 pr-[0.025em] mr-[-0.025em]">apps</span>
</h1>
<!-- TODO: Put the below in a popover -->
<!-- <p>If you're a student, open-source maintainer, or cannot afford my paid apps, <a href="/contact?subject=Free%20promo%20code%20for%20%5Bapp%5D">reach out</a>, and I'll give you any of my apps for free.</p>
<p>You can get 3 of my macOS menu bar apps in a bundle for <a href="https://apps.apple.com/app-bundle/id1439413445">50% off</a>.</p>
<br>
<p>I also provide some <a href="/tiny-apps">tiny utility apps</a>.</p> -->
</header>
<section class="mx-auto grid sm:gap-12 grid-cols-1 lg:grid-cols-2 sm:p-1 my-12 dark:text-white">
{
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{app.platforms.map(platform => (
<span class={`${tagClass} bg-sky-100/90 dark:bg-sky-200`}>{platform}</span>
))}
{!app.isPaid && (
<span class={`${tagClass} bg-gray-200/80 dark:bg-gray-200`}>free</span>
)}
<span class={`${tagClass} bg-gray-200/80 dark:bg-gray-200`}>{app.isPaid ? 'paid' : 'free'}</span>
{app.repoUrl && (
<span class={`${tagClass} bg-gray-200/80 dark:bg-gray-200`}>open-source</span>
)}
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---
layout: ~/layouts/MarkdownLayout.astro
title: Terms of Use
---

# Apps — Terms of Use

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the following guidelines. They are designed to ensure a beneficial experience for us both.

## General

By using my apps, you agree to these terms and any subsequent changes. I may update them without direct notice. Always check the latest terms here.

## Permitted Use

You may use my apps without restrictions for their intended purposes. However, malicious usage is strictly prohibited.

## App Store

If you get my apps from the App Store, [Apple’s EULA](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/) applies.

## Software Integrity

Perfection is the goal, but occasional bugs may appear. I deeply value the trust you place in my apps, yet I cannot promise complete flawlessness. For your peace of mind, regular backups are highly recommended.

## Liability

I disclaim all liability arising from the use or misuse of my apps. Users assume all risks and consequences tied to their actions based on the apps' functionality or content.

## Refunds

For apps purchased on the Apple App Store, you may be able to [request a refund](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204084). However, I would appreciate if you [reached out](/feedback) first. I may be able to resolve any problems you are having.

## Support

I aim to address all support and related queries within a week. There might be occasional delays, and I appreciate your understanding.

---

Last Update: 2023-10-04
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- [Dato](/dato)
- [Lungo](/lungo)
- [Battery Indicator](/battery-indicator)
- [Recordia](/recordia)
- [Black Out](/black-out)
- [Ask AI](/ask-ai)
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