Shortcut to toggle languages in Settings due to Map limited to one language

I need help with shortcut to toggle between primary and secondary languages which I often copy both for street which is bilingual in my location but Map doesn’t show both automatically.

iPhone XR, iOS 17

Posted on Dec 28, 2023 2:34 AM

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Alancito

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Dec 28, 2023 4:23 AM in response to Sunnyintoronto123

I don't think there's a shortcut to toggle languages, but this URL will open the 'Language & Region' Settings pane:

prefs:root=General&path=INTERNATIONAL

Source:

Settings URLs Supported by iOS and iPadOS

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Alancito

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Dec 29, 2023 1:41 AM in response to Sunnyintoronto123

The only possibility I can see is to set up a personal automation triggered by the Maps app opening and set the automation to open the URL for the 'Language & Region' Settings pane.

Intro to personal automation in Shortcuts on iPhone or iPad

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Dec 28, 2023 6:56 PM in response to Alancito

Thanks for prompt reply.

when communicating with taxi drivers, Secondary language applies for my region. .

what about when Map App opens set Language to secondary language?

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