Reminders Actions
for Apple Shortcuts
Never miss a task again with 20 Reminders actions for Shortcuts. Turn emails into to-dos, set location-based alerts that trigger when you arrive somewhere, and build smart task management systems. Save hours of manual reminder creation and let your iPhone do the remembering for you.
Actions with Details (20)
Delete Lists
Reminders
Delete lists from Reminders.
Delete Sections
Reminders
Delete sections from Reminders.
Open Tag Browser
Reminders
Opens the tag browser in Reminders.
Reveal Section In List
Reminders
Reveal a section in Reminders.
Create Section
Reminders
Creates a section in a list.
Create List
Reminders
Creates a list in Reminders.
Open Reminder In List
Reminders
Opens a reminder.
Delete Reminders and Subtasks
Reminders
Delete reminders.
Delete Groups
Reminders
Delete groups from Reminders.
Show/Hide Reminders System Smart List
Reminders
Show or hide reminders system smart list.
Open List
Reminders
Opens a list in Reminders.
Open Group
Reminders
Opens a Group in Reminders.
Change Reminders Group Name
Reminders
Update reminders group name.
Edit Reminders List Section
Reminders
Edit Reminders List Section • Name • Collapse • List • Name • Parent List • Reminders
Set Reminder completion state
Reminders
Set the completion of a specific reminder and its subtasks.
Edit Reminders List
Reminders
Edit Reminders List • Auto-Categorize • Badge • Color • Pinned • List Layout • List Type • Name • List Name • Parent Group • Sharing Participants • Sections • Show Completed • Sorting Style • Type
Search in Reminders
Reminders
Search for a reminder.
Open New Custom Smart List
Reminders
Creates a list to automatically include reminders filtered by tags, dates, and more.
Move Reminders
Reminders
Move reminders to a list or section, or make them a subtask of a parent reminder.
Add or Remove Tags
Reminders
Add tags to or remove tags from reminders.
What You Can Automate with Reminders
- Convert incoming emails, texts, or notes into actionable reminders with one tap-no manual retyping
- Set location-based reminders that alert you exactly when you arrive at the grocery store or leave work
- Create recurring task templates for weekly chores, monthly bills, or workout routines with all details pre-filled
- Auto-log completed tasks to a productivity journal so you can track what you accomplished each day
- Build smart lists that auto-organize reminders by work vs personal, priority level, or project category
- Parse meeting notes or brainstorm lists to automatically extract action items and create reminders for each one
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I automatically create reminders from emails or messages?
Use the 20 Reminders actions to build automations that convert emails, texts, or notes into tasks instantly. Share content to a shortcut, extract the subject line or key text with "Get Details", then pass it to "Add New Reminder" with a due date, priority, list, and notes. You can even parse the text for dates (like "tomorrow" or "Friday") and set due dates automatically. Perfect for inbox zero workflows and turning conversations into actionable to-dos without manual copying.
How do location-based reminders work with Shortcuts?
Use "Add New Reminder" and tap "Show More" to enable location alerts. Enter an address like "Whole Foods" or tap "Current Location" to use where you are right now. Choose "When Arriving" or "When Leaving" to control when the reminder triggers. The iPhone will alert you automatically when you get within range. Perfect for "Buy milk when near grocery store", "Call mom when I leave work", or "Pick up dry cleaning when passing Main Street."
Can I create reminders with subtasks or checklists?
Yes, but with limitations. Create the parent reminder first with "Add New Reminder", then create additional reminders and specify the parent in the "Parent Reminder" field to nest them as subtasks (this creates proper interactive checkboxes). Alternatively, use the Notes field to add a text-based checklist, though these won't be tappable checkboxes-just reference text. For complex projects with many subtasks, consider using the Notes app with Shortcuts instead.
What's the best way to organize reminders into different lists?
Create shortcuts that intelligently route reminders to the right list based on keywords. For example: if the title contains "buy", "grocery", or "pick up" → add to Shopping list. If it contains "work", "meeting", or "email" → add to Work list. Use "Ask for Input" at the start to let you quickly capture the task, then your shortcut analyzes the text and files it automatically. You can also use "Find Reminders" with list filters to batch-process or reorganize existing tasks.
How can I track productivity by logging completed reminders?
Create a shortcut that runs when you complete tasks (trigger manually or on a schedule). Use "Find Reminders" filtered by "Is Completed" and "Today", extract their titles with "Get Details of Reminders", then append the list to a daily log note with "Append to Note" or save to a Numbers spreadsheet. This creates a permanent record of everything you accomplished, perfect for weekly reviews, time tracking, or motivation when you look back at how much you've done.
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