Try One of macOS 27’s Best Features Right Now

Apple's upcoming macOS 27 will feature generative AI to help users build Apple Shortcuts using plain language. While the official release is months away, enthusiasts can use third-party tools like 'Shortcuts Playground' to access similar functionality now.
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This demonstrates the growing integration of generative AI into consumer operating systems to simplify complex automation tasks for non-technical users.
Photograph: Sven Hoppe/Getty Images Comment Loader Save Story Save this story Comment Loader Save Story Save this story Buried deep inside everything announced at WWDC this year was something I, an Apple Shortcuts enthusiast , can t wait to try: the ability to make Apple Shortcuts using generative artificial intelligence. In macOS 27, you’ll be able to just type what you want a shortcut to do, and the app will build it.
The article provides a straightforward overview of a new feature and a workaround for early adopters.
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