New Shortcuts app in iOS 12 is indisputably great in many ways. Its capabilities are gradually expanding, as is the number of applications that work with Shortcuts. Thanks to its great control options, Shortcuts is also a useful tool for users who need to use accessibility on their devices.
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MacStories took a closer look at the role of Shortcuts in accessibility. Steve Aquino, who has Applu, who is in charge of accessibility, explained in the article that the way Shortcuts focuses on speed and accessibility, along with their ability to perform multiple tasks at once, represents a huge benefit for users who have any cognitive, motor, or physical disability.
Aquino said that the topic of abbreviations was among the first to be discussed at the WWDC Apple believes that Shortcuts, like Group FaceTime and other new features and tools, are a huge benefit to accessibility. For many users with various types of disabilities, the ability to group multiple tasks together, along with the ability to use voice control, is a huge help in everyday life.
Sarah Herrlinger, who also Applu works in a leading position in the accessibility sector, and in her recent statement she also highlighted the contribution of Shortcuts in this regard. She explained that Apple sees "tremendous potential for accessibility" in Shortcuts, adding that the company is already receiving feedback from users about the benefits of grouping multiple tasks into one using Shortcuts. She said Shortcuts help people with a wide range of different needs to simplify a number of everyday tasks and make the journey to work, coming home or the need to stay in touch with family and friends more pleasant and easier.
“We're getting great feedback on how effective this technology is at simplifying common tasks and integrating multiple app functions with a single voice command or tap,” he says.
Sort of like I'll figure out what and how to do it and then do it. Siri I'll say I see more potential for shortcuts 💩