Gettin automatic undershortcuts

Instructions for sending texts later, state “to go to settings, then go to shortcuts, then go to automatic tab” but the automatic tab, is mot there to click on. Please advise how do Install the automatic tab so I can schedule texts to be sent at a later time

iPhone 7 Plus, iOS 15

Posted on Apr 27, 2024 11:37 PM

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Posted on Apr 27, 2024 11:50 PM

There is no native way to schedule messages to be sent at a later time. But you can set it up with shortcuts. Note, this does not require you to open the settings app.


  1. Open shortcuts app
  2. Tap "automation" at the bottom.
  3. Tap the plus (+) button in the top right corner.
  4. Search for "Time of Day".
  5. Set your time then tap on "next" in the top right corner.
  6. Select "Send Message" or search for it.
  7. Configure your message and recipient.
  8. Tap "Done" in the top right corner.


Now your message will run automatically at the time you set. I hope this helps!

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Apr 27, 2024 11:50 PM in response to Misamutt

There is no native way to schedule messages to be sent at a later time. But you can set it up with shortcuts. Note, this does not require you to open the settings app.


  1. Open shortcuts app
  2. Tap "automation" at the bottom.
  3. Tap the plus (+) button in the top right corner.
  4. Search for "Time of Day".
  5. Set your time then tap on "next" in the top right corner.
  6. Select "Send Message" or search for it.
  7. Configure your message and recipient.
  8. Tap "Done" in the top right corner.


Now your message will run automatically at the time you set. I hope this helps!

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