Automators 45: LaunchCuts, Feedback, and More!

On the latest episode of Automators, Rosemary and I dive headfirst into the feedback pile and look at LaunchCuts. We’re also talking about the new Pushcut automation server feature and eye some beta apps too!

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• Pingdom: Start monitoring your website performance and availability today, and get instant alerts when an outage occurs or a site transaction fails. Use offer code AUTOMATORS to get 30% off. Offer expires on January 31, 2021.

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Automators 44: Automating with Doug Adams from Doug's AppleScripts

Doug Adams from Doug's AppleScripts joins Rosemary and me on the latest episode of Automators to explain how he got started with AppleScripts, some of his favorites, and scripting areas of interest outside of AppleScript.

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• PDFpen, from Smile: The ultimate tool for editing PDFs on the Mac.

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Automators 42: Toobox Pro with Alex Hay

Toolbox Pro developer (and documentary film editor) Alex Hay joins Rosemary and me on the latest episode of Automators to explain how he stumbled from scratching his own itch to making a powerful Siri Shortcuts utility app, Toolbox Pro.

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• TextExpander, from Smile: Unlock your productivity with TextExpander. Get 20% off with your first year.

• Zapier: The easiest way to automate your work. Start your 14-day free trial today.

• Kensington: The professionals’ choice. Find the right docking solutions for your organization today.

Automators 41: Automated Health Tracking

Rosemary and I tackle health tracking and how we can automate it to get all of the plusses with as few negatives as possible. From "smartifying" health devices, to building habits and accountability, it's all covered on today’s episode of Automators.

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• Pingdom: Start monitoring your website performance and availability today, and get instant alerts when an outage occurs or a site transaction fails. Use offer code AUTOMATORS to get 30% off. Offer expires on January 31, 2021.

• ExpressVPN: High-speed, secure and anonymous VPN service. Get 3 months free with a 1-year package.

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Automators 40 - Automating with Tim Stringer

Tim Stringer is nerdy in all the best possible ways and uses automation to run his Mac and iOS devices. He’s also gone far down the rabbit hole of web-based automation. Today he shares some of his favorite automation tips and tricks with us on Automators, episode 40.

Automators 39: Automating iBeacons

On the latest episode of Automators, Rosemary and I are trying all sorts of iBeacons and look at why, where, when, and how you use these little devices.

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

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Take Control of Shortcuts

Rosemary Orchard, my fellow co-host of the Automators Podcast, just released a book on Shortcuts through the Take Control series. I know Rose has been working very hard on this book and it's excellent. If you want to learn some more about Shortcuts and support Rose, check it out.

Automators 38: Simon Leeb and Pushcut

App developer Simon Leeb joins Rosemary and me on the latest episode of Automators to talk about his journey that turned into building the automation app Pushcut. We also stray into the world of iBeacon and automation.

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• PDFpen, from Smile : The ultimate tool for editing PDFs on the Mac.

• Flatiron School: Launch a career in tech with Flatiron School’s modern curriculum paired with one-on-one support from dedicated career coaches, all just in 15 weeks.

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Automators 37: Mac Maintenance and Management Magic

In the latest episode of Automators, Rosemary and I set our sights on Mac maintenance and how to automate it, from clearing your trash to managing duplicates and even handling those pesky .ics files. Nothing is safe from our automation!

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• ExpressVPN: High-speed, secure and anonymous VPN service. Get 3 months free with a 1-year package.

• Flatiron School: Launch a career in tech with Flatiron School’s modern curriculum paired with one-on-one support from dedicated Career Coaches, all just in 15 weeks.

• FreshBooks: Online invoicing made easy.

Automators 35: Automating Business with Don McAllister

On the latest episode of Automators, Rosemary and I are joined by Don McAllister, founder of ScreenCastsOnline, to talk about the automations he has set up to make running a small business easier for everyone.

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• ExpressVPN: High-speed, secure, and anonymous VPN service. Get 3 months free with a 1-year package.

• FreshBooks: Online invoicing made easy.

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Automators 34: Getting Cozy with Regular Expressions

On the latest episode of Automators, Rose and I are tackling regular expressions. What are they? How do you make them? Where do you use them? All of those questions get answered in this episode. Regex isn't as daunting as it may first seem.

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• PDFpen, from Smile : The ultimate tool for editing PDFs on the Mac.

• Zapier: The easiest way to automate your work. Start your 14-day free trial today.

• FreshBooks: Online invoicing made easy.

Automators 32 - Shortcuts and iOS 13

The latest episode of Automators is posted. In it Rose and I cover the breakdown of how Shortcuts will fit into iOS 13.0 and 13.1, some of our favorite new shortcuts, and the looming release of the Shortcuts Field Guide next week.

Sponsors include:

• PDFpen, from Smile : The ultimate tool for editing PDFs on the Mac.

• Zapier: The easiest way to automate your work. Start your 14-day free trial today.

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Automators 31: Making Your ScreenFlow Flow and More with J.F. Brissette

On the latest episode of Automators, Rosemary and I get to talk to J. -F. Brissette, who really loves to automate. From automating Screenflow with Keyboard Maestro, to using the Terminal as a launcher, as well as regular expressions and looking into combining Dropbox and Chronosync, this episode will definitely teach you something—even if it's only about finding opportunities for automation!

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get 3 months free with a 1-year package.

• Pushcut: Automation your way. Trigger iOS Shortcuts from anywhere. Try it free.

Automators 30: Some Favorite Automations

The latest episode of Automators is now available for download. In it, Rose and I share some of our most beloved recently created automations. 

Rosemary has an automation to help to deal with her garbage email address, and I have an email-related automation dealing with Basecamp. Rosemary built a magic album player using Shortcuts, and I used Shortcuts to help deal with meetings. Finally, Rose got a new Mac mini, and she's adding all sorts of automation to it.

This is a great episode with lots of exciting ideas. We've got several blog posts and sample videos linked to explain what we've done and there something in there for everyone. If you haven't subscribed to Automators yet, you should.

This episode of Automators was sponsored by Creative Next: The new podcast future-proofing creatives.

Automators 29: The Dark Dungeon with Adam Tow

On the latest episode of Automators, Rose and I talk to Adam Tow, creator of MsgFiler and writer of a few amazing Shortcuts automations. From having photos taken on his DLSR automatically shared to him via iMessage, to playing text adventure games with Shortcuts, there is plenty of automation fun to be had!

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• TextExpander, from Smile: Unlock your productivity with TextExpander. Get 20% off with your first year.

Automators 28: Keyboard Maestro and the Mac

Join us for the latest episode of Automators. Rose and I take a closer look at Keyboard Maestro, the Swiss army knife of automation for the Mac. Get $5 off my new Keyboard Maestro Field Guide until the end of July with code "AUTOMATORSKM".

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• Creative Next: The new podcast future-proofing creatives.

Automators 27: Shortcuts in iOS 13 — Diving into the Deep End!

In the latest episode of Automators, Rose and I throw caution to the wind and install iOS and iPadOS betas on everything. There are crashes and updates, all in the name of finding out just how impressive the new Shortcuts really is.

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• Away: Thoughtful luggage for modern travel. Get $20 off a suitcase with promo code AUTOMATORS.

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Automators 26: Getting Started with HomeKit

Check out the latest episode of Automators to learn more about how to get started with HomeKit, from building your system to real automations that actually make your life easier! And you don’t want to miss out on Rose versus the Leaf: Chapter Two.

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• Timing: The automatic time-tracking app for macOS. Use this link to save 10% on your purchase.

• Creative Next: The new podcast future-proofing creatives.

Automators 25: WWDC 2019 Automation Update

On the latest episode of Automators, Rose and I are on the ground at WWDC in San Jose to bring you up to speed on the new automation heading to iOS and iPadOS. We also recap WWDC, the Automator's meetup, and Rose describes how she lost a fight with a leaf.

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• Timing: The automatic time tracking app for macOS. Use this link to save 10% on your purchase.

• PDFpen 11, from Smile: Your ultimate PDF viewing and editing app for the Mac.

Automators 23: Diving into Drafts Automation with Tim "The Drafts Man" Nahumck

In the latest episode of Automators, Rosemary and I get Tim “The Drafts Man” Nahumck to talk about how he uses Drafts, sharing actions, tips and tricks.

This episode of Automators is sponsored by:

• TextExpander, from Smile: Try the new release with the visual editor. Get 20% off your first year.

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