# Shortcut Installation

iOS shortcuts can enhance your planner by integrating with Apple/Google Calendar and Reminders, allowing you to receive notifications for your scheduled events and tasks. This guide will walk you through the installation process. 

In order to use the integration, you **MUST** install the Apple Shortcut onto your iPad. (Please download the shortcut file from your download dashboard.) This will enable communication with the integrated hyperlinks in your planner and direct them to open your calendar apps and Reminders app when activated.

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Please note that while you can easily add events and information from your digital planner to these apps using the shortcut features, **the apps, and the planner do not sync.** 
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## Prerequisites

1. Please note that this feature only works on iOS systems
2. Ensure your device is running the latest version of iOS or macOS

## Step 1 - Setting&#x20;

Please go to iPad Settings > Shortcuts > Turn on Private Sharing&#x20;

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You can turn this off after the shortcut has been installed&#x20;
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## Step 2 - Download the Shortcuts

Open the App Store on your iPad, iPhone, or Mac.

In the search bar, type "Shortcuts" and select the "Shortcuts" app from the search results.

Download and install the Shortcuts app on your device.

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You can skip this step if you've installed the shortcuts app on your iPad
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## **Step 3 -  Import the Planner Shortcut**

Download shortcuts from the download dashboard.

Open the shortcut link, which will prompt you to add the shortcut to your Shortcuts app.

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Once you click on the "download shortcut" button, you should be directed to the shortcuts app, and click on the "Set Up Shortcut"

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Then please select your preferred note-taking app for the planner. If you use GoodNotes, simply click "Add Shortcut" to proceed.&#x20;

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## **Step 3 - Install Calendars + Reminder**

Please ensure that you have Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, and Apple Reminder applications installed on your iPad.&#x20;

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## **Step 4 - Use Your Planner with Apple Calendar and Reminders Integration**

With the shortcut installed and configured, you can now use it to receive notifications, view your planner events, and manage your tasks seamlessly with Apple Calendar and Reminders.

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Remember that the specific features and steps may vary depending on the particular planner shortcut you are using. Make sure to follow any additional instructions provided with the shortcut for optimal functionality.

That's it! You've successfully installed iOS shortcuts for your planner with Apple Calendar and Reminders integration, allowing you to receive notifications and streamline your scheduling and task management.

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