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The iOS 16.4 version currently in testing comes with new features and improvements. One of them is related to the Shortcuts app, and that is we will now have the possibility to create and use a shortcut that automates the screen lock of our iPhone.

Users who update their Apple device to iOS 16.4 will not only be able to automate always-on iPhone display. Well, they will also be able to create a new shortcut that will allow them to lock their iPhone screen when they perform a certain action. Something they can even do using the Siri voice assistant.

With this new Shortcuts app automation, you will be able to customize the behavior of the screen after being locked. For example, you can decide if you want the screen to turn off after being locked, or if you prefer it to stay onthat is, blocked, but with light.

Steps to create the shortcut that automates screen lock

Create a shortcut that automates screen lock

Next, we’ll show you the steps to create and use a shortcut that will allow you to lock your iPhone screen.. Note that you will need to run iOS 16.4 beta, or else wait for its public release.

  1. Open the Shortcuts app on your iPhone
  2. Touch the button “+”
  3. Then press “add action”
  4. in the search bar write the term Lock screenand when the result is displayed, press to select.
  5. You can customize the shortcut with conditions such as: “Yes”, “Select from menu” or “Set variable”. If you just want to create a basic shortcut, click “ALL RIGHT” at the top right of the screen.

And ready! This way, you will have created a shortcut that locks your iPhone screen ready to go.

How to Use Screen Lock Shortcut

To add the Home screen lock shortcut on your iPhone, you need to do the following:

  1. On the home screen of the Shortcuts app, tap the three dots icon in the created shortcut.
  2. On the edit screen, click the arrow icon next to the name Lock screen. A menu will appear.
  3. Select the option “Add to home screen”.
  4. Confirm the action by clicking “Add”.

How to Use Screen Lock Shortcut

From now on, this shortcut will be displayed on your iPhone home screen, which you can use to lock your iPhone screen.