Often I want to open two or more iPhone apps with Siri, because I use those apps together and I want to be able to switch between them quickly. But, Siri doesn't understand something elementary like "AND".
For example, "Siri open notes and gmail" will only open the first application.
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iPhone 16 Pro Max, iOS 18
Alastair321 wrote:
So, yes, I often force close apps to change context in my day. I don't want the other apps open so that I can switch between relevant apps dexterously.
Makes sense.
It occurs to me that you could make a Shortcut that launches the apps you want and then use Siri to activate the shortcut.
I usually have a specific set of apps open for the context of my day. If I am at work for example - I'm a teacher - I'll have (translator, chat group, timetable notes) open.
So, yes, I often force close apps to change context in my day. I don't want the other apps open so that I can switch between relevant apps dexterously.
Alastair321 wrote:
Often I want to open two or more iPhone apps with Siri, because I use those apps together and I want to be able to switch between them quickly. But, Siri doesn't understand something elementary like "AND".
For example, "Siri open notes and gmail" will only open the first application.
You can let Apple know that's something you'd like to see here:
This makes me wonder if you are force closing apps on your phone. That's neither recommended nor necessary. And it will increase, albeit slightly, your battery consumption.
Thank you. That works. I now know how to use shortcuts!
Alastair321 wrote:
Thank you. That works. I now know how to use shortcuts!
I'm glad it helped!
How can I get Siri to open two or more apps?
