This article provides a practical, step-by-step guide to setting up a "Stop Activity" Shortcut, complete with an iCloud download link and instructions for automating it to trigger when you arrive home. This will streamline your end-of-day process, ensuring your activities are always accurately logged.

Download the "Stop Activity" Shortcut

To get started, download the pre-built "Stop Activity" Shortcut using this iCloud link: https://www.icloud.com/shortcuts/ebf5a3fcbafa40139a28fadf48b74700.  This link will take you directly to the Shortcuts app, where you can add the Shortcut to your library.

Setting Up an "Arrive" Automation

This Automation will automatically trigger the "Stop Activity" Shortcut when you arrive home (or any specified location), simplifying your end-of-day routine.

1. Open the Shortcuts App: Launch the Shortcuts app on your iOS device.

2. Go to the Automation Tab: Tap the "Automation" tab at the bottom of the screen.

3. Tap the "+" Button: Tap the plus button in the upper right corner to create a new Automation.

4. Select "Arrive" Trigger: Scroll down and choose the "Arrive" trigger.

5. Set Location: Search and set your home location. Make sure the pin is accurately placed. You can also specify a radius around your home.

6. For simplicity leave Anytime selected.

7. Important: Choose Run Immediately. This will allow the Automation to run silently in the background without requiring your confirmation each time you arrive home.

8. Tap "Next."

9. Choose Your "Stop Activity" Shortcut: Tap "Shortcut" within the action and select the "Stop Activity" Shortcut you downloaded.

10. Disable "Ask Before Running": Important: Turn off the "Ask Before Running" toggle. This will allow the Automation to run silently in the background without requiring your confirmation each time you arrive home. Tap "Next."

11. Tap "Done": Tap "Done" in the upper right corner to save your Automation.

Now, whenever you arrive at your designated home location, the "Stop Activity" Shortcut will automatically run, logging the end of your Timed Activity in Peoplesafe.

Add the "Stop Activity" Shortcut to Your Home Screen

For even quick access, you can add the "Stop Activity" Shortcut to your Home Screen:

1. Open the Shortcuts App: Open the Shortcuts app.

2. Locate the "Stop Activity" Shortcut: Find the "Stop Activity" Shortcut in your "My Shortcuts" list.

3. Long Press: Long press the Shortcut's tile.

4. Tap the Share Icon: Tap the Share icon.

5. Tap "Add to Home Screen": Scroll down and tap "Add to Home Screen."

6. Customise (Optional): You can customise the icon's appearance if you wish.

7. Tap "Add": Tap "Add" to place the Shortcut icon on your Home Screen.

Add the "Stop Activity" Shortcut to the Control Center (iOS 18):

iOS 18 allows you to add specific Shortcuts directly to the Control Center, making it even easier to access your frequently used Peoplesafe actions. Here's how:

1. Open Control Center: Swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen (on iPhones with Face ID) or swipe up from the bottom (on iPhones with a Home button) to open Control Center.

2. Enter Edit Mode: Tap and hold on an empty area of the Control Center, or tap the "+" button in the top-left corner. This will put Control Center into edit mode.

3. Tap "Add a Control": At the bottom of the screen, tap "Add a Control".

4. Find "Shortcuts": Scroll through the list of available controls or use the search bar to find "Shortcuts."

5. Choose Your Shortcut: Tap on the "Shortcuts" control. You'll then be presented with a list of your available Shortcuts. Select the specific "Stop Activity" Peoplesafe Shortcut.

6. Arrange and Exit: Drag the Shortcut control to your desired location within the Control Center. When you're finished, tap outside the edit area or tap "Done" to exit edit mode.

Now, your chosen Peoplesafe Shortcut will be directly accessible from the Control Center. A single tap will run the Shortcut.

Automating Your Safety Workflow

By combining a pre-built Shortcut with the power of iOS Automations, you've created a seamless end-of-day experience for logging your Peoplesafe activities. This practical example demonstrates how you can streamline your safety management with minimal effort.

Explore other Peoplesafe Shortcuts and experiment with Automations to further optimise your safety workflow.