> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.myzendo.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Shortcuts

> Launch your favourite automations directly from your floorplan.

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## Intro

With Shortcuts, you can set up to eight automations (or scenes) that you can launch directly from your floorplan.

Shortcuts are perfect for frequently used routines like "I'm leaving" or "I'm back", or for frequent tasks like housekeeping.

## How it works

Each shortcut sits as a button on your floorplan, easily accessible from any room. One tap is all it takes: no menus, no digging through settings.

A shortcut can do one of the following:

* **Start an automation.** Run a multi-step routine you've already set up, like "Wake up" or "I'm leaving".
* **Apply a scene.** Switch your lights, blinds, or media to a saved look or mood.

Shortcuts don't replace your automations: they launch them. Anything you can already do with a automations, a Shortcut can have it one tap away.

### Create shortcuts with the AI assistant

If you're not sure where to start, the Zendo AI assistant can build shortcuts for you. Describe what you want in plain language, for example, "dim the lights and play my relax playlist", and the assistant puts the shortcut together. It can also suggest shortcuts based on the devices in your home.

## Set up your shortcuts

1. Tap <MenuButton />
2. Tap "Settings"
3. Tap "Edit Floorplan"
4. Tap "Shortcuts" at the bottom of your floorplan
5. You can now add, change, or delete shortcuts.

## Inspiration: recommended shortcuts

With Zendo, you can set up custom shortcuts any way you like, but we recommend creating some (or all) of the following.

<Info>
  Use the Zendo AI Assistant to create them for you; or use the descriptions as inspiration to create matching automations on your Home Assistant/Homey, then use Shortcuts to start them.
</Info>

### Shortcuts for homes

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="I'm Home: A warm welcome back" defaultOpen>
    Lights fade on gently, your favourite playlist starts, the temperature adjusts, and blinds open to let in natural light. The door locks behind you, the indoor cameras pause, and the security system disarms automatically.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="I'm Leaving: Secure your property and save energy" defaultOpen="true">
    All lights turn off, blinds close, doors lock, and the thermostat switches to energy-saving mode. Indoor cameras and the security system arm, and your robot vacuum might start cleaning.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Wake up: A gentle start to the day" defaultOpen="true">
    Bedroom lights slowly brighten, blinds open to welcome the day, soft music plays, the thermostat warms up and your coffee machine starts. The security system disarms and cameras pause any indoor views.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Good Night: Wind down to sleep" defaultOpen="true">
    Lights dim and then turn off, blinds close, and your doors lock. The thermostat adjusts for sleep, and the security system arms for the night.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Meditate: Create a calm space" defaultOpen="true">
    Lights shift to a soft, warm glow, blinds close for privacy, and a calming soundscape begin to play. Distractions fade, and your space becomes peaceful.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Work from Home: Set the mood for focus" defaultOpen="true">
    Lights adjust for focus,  blinds open for natural light (or close to reduce glare), and your workspace gets cosy with just the right temperature. Music plays, indoor cameras are paused, and the robot vacuum stays docked so you're not interrupted.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

### Shortcuts for commercial properties

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Open Up: Get the workplace ready" defaultOpen="true">
    Lights turn on in common areas, signage and displays power up, HVAC switches to comfort mode, indoor cameras pause where appropriate, and the security system disarms for opening.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Close Down: Secure the workplace" defaultOpen="true">
    All lights turn off, blinds close, doors lock, non-essential equipment powers down, indoor cameras resume as needed, and the security system arms for the night.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>