iOS Shortcuts for Jam

Set up Shortcuts on iOS to create Jams even faster

Add Jam Widget to Control Center

What it does: Adds a strawberry button to your Control Center that immediately starts a Jam recording.

Why it's useful: Control Center is accessible from anywhere on iOS. Perfect for capturing critical moments without switching contexts.

Setup steps:

1. Swipe down from top-right corner (or up from bottom on older devices) to open Control Center

2. Long-press on any space in Control Center

3. Tap Add a Control (plus button)

4. Find Jam and tap the + button

5. The strawberry icon now appears in your Control Center

To use: Swipe down from top-right corner (or up from bottom on older devices) → tap the strawberry button → tap Start Broadcast to begin recording.

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Hey Siri, Record a Jam

What it does: Voice-activated shortcut that opens Jam's recording screen.

Why it's useful: Hands-free activation when you're mid-workflow or demonstrating an issue to someone else.

Setup steps:

1. Say "Hey Siri, Record a Jam"

2. First time: iOS will ask for permission—tap Allow

3. Jam opens to the recording screen

4. Tap Start Broadcast to begin recording

To use: Just say "Hey Siri, Record a Jam" anytime. Works even when your phone is locked.

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Add Jam Widget to Homescreen

What it does: Places a widget on your homescreen to start and stop recordings without opening the app.

Why it's useful: Essential for dedicated test devices where you're constantly switching between recording and testing. Keeps Jam controls visible and accessible.

Setup steps:

1. Long-press any empty area on your homescreen

2. Tap the + button (top-left corner)

3. Search for Jam and select it

4. Choose Small or Medium widget size

5. Tap Add Widget

6. Position where convenient

To use: Just tap the widget and tap Start Broadcast to begin recording.

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Record a Jam with your Action Button

What it does: Associate the "Record a Jam" shortcut with your Action Button

Why it's useful: Record a Jam with one button press, from any screen.

Setup steps:

1. Go to Settings

2. Search for action button

3. Associate the action button with "Record a Jam" Shortcut

To use: Just press the Action Button and tap Start Broadcast to begin recording.