Create an NFC automation with the AirTag in Shortcuts app

You have the option of using your AirTag in two ways with NFC:

• You can use the AirTag independently of the location function by running an NFC automation that is not intended for a specific item or location.

• You use the AirTag depending on the location/item to be tracked. In this case, the AirTag has an NFC automation that is specifically intended for the item or location to be tracked.

In the following two examples, we will explain how you can easily implement these options using Apple's shortcuts app.

First, we will explain the first steps required for both examples.

First open the Shortcuts app on your Apple iPhone. Like other standard apps, it is pre-installed on your iPhone.

1. Switch to the Automation tab at the bottom right. Then tap on New automation.
2. Scroll down in the new Personal Automation window and then select NFC.
3. Switch from Execute after confirmation to Execute immediately in the new window
4. The AirTag can then be scanned and named by clicking on Scan. For our application example, we will name it AirTag.
5. Then tap on Ok” and then on Next.

Now you can decide which automation you want to perform. If you want to describe the AirTag with a URL, then carry out example 1. In example 2 you can find out more about how you can let the AirTag plan the route home in your car.

To perform this example, select an action for the AirTag that has already been scanned.

1. Tap on New empty automation in the new When AirTag is detected window.
2. Scroll down and tap on Safari.
3. Tap on Open URLs.
4. Tap on URL and enter www.tvspielfilm.de.
5. Confirm with Done.

Your automation is now set up. If you now hold your AirTag to your iPhone, the TV Spielfilm website with the current TV program will be called up directly.

Your AirTag should not only be used to locate you in the car, but also have a practical additional function: When scanning, your home route should be started automatically in the map app without you having to enter it manually.

To do this, you must first set the automation.

1. Tap on New empty automation in the new When AirTag is detected window.
2. Then scroll down and tap on Cards.
3. Tap on Open routes.

A new window opens in which you can now define the route.

1. To determine the route, tap Destination.
2. Now enter your private address and confirm this with Done.
3. Your address is now entered in the previous Destination field. Confirm this again with Done.

Your automation is now complete. If you now scan your AirTag, the route from your current location to your home will open automatically so that you can start driving straight away.