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Send WhatsApp Messages Automatically Using Apple Shortcuts

Apple Shortcuts is a great automation tool, but when it comes to WhatsApp, the default Send Message via WhatsApp action has some limitations. It only allows sending messages to individual contacts (not groups) and always requires user interaction to press the send button.


In this tutorial, I’ll show you an alternative method that works for both individual contacts and groups without requiring manual confirmation.


Steps to Automate WhatsApp Messages in Shortcuts


1. Send a Message Manually First


Before setting up the shortcut, open the WhatsApp app and manually send a message to the contact or group you want to automate. This step ensures that WhatsApp registers the recipient in the action list later.


2. Add a Custom WhatsApp Action in Shortcuts


Now, let’s configure the Shortcut:

1. Open the Shortcuts app and create a new shortcut.

2. Tap Add Action and search for WhatsApp.

3. Instead of selecting a specific action, tap on the WhatsApp app name itself.

4. Scroll down to the Others section, and you should see a custom action to send messages.




3. Configure the Message and Disable User Interaction

1. Select the custom WhatsApp action.

2. Enter the message you want to send.

3. To send messages automatically without needing confirmation, toggle off Show When Run




4. Run the Shortcut


Now, whenever this Shortcut runs, it will send the message directly to the selected contact or group without requiring you to tap the send button in WhatsApp.


Final Thoughts


This method provides a seamless way to automate WhatsApp messaging, making it useful for reminders, alerts, or scheduled messages. If you need to send messages at specific times, consider combining this Shortcut with the Automation feature in the Shortcuts app.


Try it out and let me know how it works for you!


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