app-intents

Integrate app functionality with Siri, Shortcuts, Spotlight, and Apple Intelligence.

603|51|Updated Oct 29, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rshankras/claude-code-apple-skills --skill app-intents-rshankras
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: app-intents
Source: https://github.com/rshankras/claude-code-apple-skills/tree/main/skills/apple-intelligence/app-intents
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rshankras/claude-code-apple-skills --skill app-intents-rshankras

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables seamless integration of your app's functionality with Apple's ecosystem, allowing users to control your app using voice commands, create custom shortcuts, and leverage AI features.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Siri & Shortcuts Integration: Expose app actions and data to Siri and the Shortcuts app.
  • Spotlight Search: Make your app's content searchable directly from Spotlight.
  • Visual Intelligence: Integrate with on-device visual search capabilities.
  • Use Case: A user can say "Hey Siri, add 'Buy milk' to my shopping list" and have the task added to your app, or ask "Show me recipes for pasta" and have your app's relevant content appear in Spotlight.

Quick Start

Implement a basic AppIntent to expose a 'Create Reminder' action to Siri.

Frequently Asked Questions about app-intents

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I integrate my app with Siri and Shortcuts using App Intents?

To integrate your app with Siri and Shortcuts, you use the App Intents framework to define custom intents, parameters, and entities. This exposes your app's actions and data for voice-driven interactions and system-wide discoverability.

What is the App Intents framework used for in iOS development?

The App Intents framework is used for integrating application functionality with Siri, Shortcuts, Spotlight, and Apple Intelligence. It enables voice commands, custom shortcuts, and system-wide search capabilities directly from your app's content.

How do I make my app's content searchable in Spotlight?

You make your app's content searchable in Spotlight by leveraging the App Intents framework. This integration allows your app's relevant content to appear directly in Spotlight search results for system-wide discoverability.

Do I need Swift and Xcode to implement App Intents?

Yes, you need Swift and Xcode to implement App Intents. The framework relies on Swift APIs to define intent structures, parameters, and the execution logic required for Siri and Shortcuts integration.

Can I expose specific app actions to Apple Intelligence?

Yes, you can expose specific app actions to Apple Intelligence. By defining custom intents and voice phrases within the App Intents framework, your application functionality becomes available for AI-driven features and voice interactions.

How do I define custom voice phrases for Siri app integration?

You define custom voice phrases for Siri app integration by utilizing AppIntents framework APIs. This involves defining custom intents, parameters, and entities that establish the execution logic for voice-driven interactions.