# Shortcuts+ (Quick Open) — Open up apps quickly

> Quickly launch favorite system and third-party apps via lock screen widgets or Haptic Touch. (iPhone/iPad app by Andrew Fang.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shortcuts-plus-quick-open/id1071013524 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Andrew Fang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037394382)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 29 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-01-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-03
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shortcuts-plus-quick-open/id1071013524/reviews.md

## What is Shortcuts+ (Quick Open)?

Quickly open your favorite apps using Shortcuts+!

Open up apps directly from the lock screen using the Shortcuts+ widget, or Haptic touch on the app icon to jump into your favorite apps.

Currently featuring shortcuts to:
(System)
-App Store
-Calendar
-Health
-iBooks
-Mail
-Maps
-Music
-Notes
-Phone (choose a contact to quick call)
-Photos
-Podcasts
-Safari

(3rd Party)
-1Password
-AirMail
-Alipay
-Amazon
-Amazon Music
-Amazon Video
-Audible
-Box
-BuzzFeed
-Capital One
-CityMapper
-Clear
-Cloud Magic
-DayOne
-Deezer
-Dolphin
-Dr. Wallet
-Dropbox
-Facebook
-Facebook Messenger
-Facebook Paper
-Fantastical
-Feedly
-Firefox
-Fitbit
-Flipboard
-Goodreads
-Google
-Google Calendar
-Google Chrome
-Google Drive
-Google Gmail
-Google Hangouts
-Google Inbox
-Google Maps
-Google Maps Navigate home
-Google Voice
-Google Voice Search
-HBO GO
-Hearthstone
-Hound
-iHeart Radio
-IMDb
-Instagram
-iTranslate
-KakaoTalk
-Kindle
-Line
-LinkedIn
-LinkedIn Sales Navigator
-Lyft
-Marvin3
-Medium
-Moves
-Narwhal
-Netflix
-nPlayer
-Office Lens
-OneDrive
-OneNote
-Outlook
-Overcast
-Pandora
-Pinterest
-Pokemon Go
-QQ
-Reddit
-Remote
-Runtastic
-Salesforce1
-Scanner Pro
-Shazam
-Simplenote
-Skype
-Slack
-Sleipnir
-Snapchat
-Sonos
-SoundCloud
-Spark
-Splitwise
-Spotify
-Square Cash
-Telegram
-TikTok
-Tinder
-Transit
-Tumblr
-Tweetbot
-Twitter
-Uber
-Venmo
-VSCO
-Waze
-WeChat
-Weibo
-WhatsApp
-Yahoo Finance
-Yahoo Weather
-Yelp
-Youtube
-YouTube Music
-Zoom

## Key features

- Launch apps from lock screen widget
- Haptic Touch app icon shortcuts
- Supports numerous system apps
- Extensive third-party app integration
- Direct contact calling shortcut

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shortcuts-plus-quick-open/id1071013524/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No longer works at all…fix it for your lost stars!

*2024-03-06*

All this does now after a recent update is load the quick shortcuts+ app. You can set a widget in that app which then takes you back to shortcuts+ so it is basically a waste of time now. At least the other version still works kinda - you Force Touch to bring up the four selected apps that you set press the one you want and you get an open in pop up! 

So it definitely does not work like a quick touch and flick to open directly but I guess if you want to save space in your dock say you can have one icon do 4 apps in a bit of a long winded way although it’s not that long winded you’d think they’d be instant with todays iOS versions. I’ve been using this since its first came with 3D or Force Touch or whatever they called it but they did away with that technology ages ago but it basically works the same with the Haptic Touch engine instead. Could have loads more apps added and potentially be a great app instead it’s a bit of a wet blanket. This + version as stated won’t even launch any app now so is a FAIL. Get the non + version if you at least want to see how it works…

### 5/5 — hi

*2019-10-20*

tankyou⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

no telegram☹️☹️

### 1/5 — I am VERY DISAPPOINTED

*2016-10-09*

I started off adding my apps, and after the second, it crashed!  I deleted it and re- downloaded it, thinking that would help!  WRONG it still crashed. So I go to the developers website, LOL not even an email address and NO help. So I deleted it, but this time for good. 
Don't waste your time on this app, that is supposed to save you time. 
If it gets better, which I don't see happening, it would be nice. 
  My guess is that the developer has just read Apple's free coding and has just made his first app!
Apple really needs to flush out the bad apps and at least make sure they work before they put them on the App Store!

### 5/5 — Great start

*2016-09-03*

Like the app as it makes good use of the 3D-touch. It quickly fires up apps. Emailed developer with suggestions to add new apps and was fast to reply that he would add them to the next version. Looking forward to the next update.

### 5/5 — Excellent app

*2016-06-22*

Love the app, I finally turned on my 3D Touch just to use this app. Very compelling use case!

## Frequently asked questions about Shortcuts+ (Quick Open)

### What is Shortcuts+?

Shortcuts+ is a productivity tool designed to help you open your favorite apps more quickly. It allows you to create shortcuts to apps that can be accessed directly from your lock screen widget or through Haptic Touch on app icons.

### How does Shortcuts+ work?

You can add Shortcuts+ as a widget to your lock screen for instant access. Additionally, you can use Haptic Touch on an app icon to bring up a shortcut to launch it via Shortcuts+.

### What apps can I create shortcuts for with Shortcuts+?

Shortcuts+ supports a wide array of system applications like the App Store, Calendar, Mail, and Maps, as well as numerous popular third-party apps including Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, and many more.

### Can I call contacts directly from Shortcuts+?

Yes, Shortcuts+ allows you to set up quick call shortcuts to specific contacts. This feature is integrated within the phone shortcut functionality.

### What devices is Shortcuts+ compatible with?

Shortcuts+ is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It was last updated on October 31, 2024, with version 5.0.

### How much does Shortcuts+ cost?

Shortcuts+ is a paid application, available for a one-time purchase of $0.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions required.

### Does Shortcuts+ have ads?

No, Shortcuts+ does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience for its users.

### What is the user rating for Shortcuts+?

Shortcuts+ has received an excellent rating of 5.0 stars based on 2 user reviews, indicating a high level of user satisfaction.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.0 — 2024-10-31

Dark mode fixes

### 3.2.0 — 2020-09-21

Added an About page to demonstrate how the app can be used and to request new apps

Added support for:
- Firefox
- VSCO

### 3.1.2 — 2020-05-10

Added support for TikTok and Zoom!

### 3.1.1 — 2020-05-10

Added support for TikTok and Zoom!

### 3.1 — 2020-05-10

Added support for TikTok!

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