Create iOS Shortcuts that connect to N8N webhooks to perform ad hoc process management tasks, like setting default fields.

Make manual triggering part of done criteria and once per week automatically.

Step-by-Step Setup

1.  Prepare n8n:

• Create a new workflow in n8n.
• Add a “Webhook” trigger node as the starting point. Set the HTTP method to POST (common for data passing) and note the generated URL (e.g., https://your-n8n-instance/webhook/abc123).
• Build the rest of your workflow (e.g., process data with AI nodes like OpenAI, update Notion, or send Telegram notifications).
• Activate the workflow and copy the production URL.

2.  Create the Shortcut in Apple Shortcuts App:

• Open the Shortcuts app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
• Tap “+” to create a new shortcut.
• Add inputs if needed (e.g., “Get Selected Text” for text-based triggers or “Get Current Location”).
• Add the “Get Contents of URL” action:
• Set Method: POST.
• URL: Paste your n8n webhook URL.
• Request Body: Use JSON format to send data, e.g., {"query": "{Selected Text}", "type": "translate"}. (Customize based on your workflow.)

•  Headers: Add Content-Type: application/json if using JSON.

•  Optionally, add a “Show Notification” or “Speak Text” action to handle responses from n8n.

•  Save the shortcut and assign it to Siri, the Share Sheet, Home Screen, or an automation (e.g., location-based).

3.  Enable Advanced Features:

•  In iOS/macOS Settings > Shortcuts > Advanced, toggle “Allow Running Scripts” to permit URL requests.

•  For Siri integration: In Shortcuts, add to Siri or use dictation to invoke it.

4.  Test and Customize:

•  Run the shortcut manually. Check n8n’s executions log for the trigger.

•  Examples:

•  Text Automation: Select text, run shortcut → n8n translates/summarizes via AI and returns it.

•  Location Trigger: Set a Shortcuts automation for “Arrive” at a location → sends webhook to n8n for reminders.

•  Voice AI Agent: Say “Hey Siri, [command]” → Shortcut transcribes and triggers n8n’s AI workflow.

Resources for Ready-Made Templates

•  n8n Workflow Templates: Text Automations with Shortcuts or Siri AI Agent. Download JSON, import to n8n, and update the webhook URL in the Shortcut.

•  Video Tutorial: Integrate iOS Shortcuts with n8n (covers AI-powered examples).

•  Community: Check n8n forums or Reddit’s r/shortcuts for troubleshooting.