Blocking Apps with Shortcut

Settings and Safari in Allow Mode require a shortcut to block. You can also use this shortcut if any apps are having trouble being blocked in the App Picker. 

Step-by-step instructions

1. Download the Shortcuts App in the App Store

Confirm you have the most updated Shortcuts version

2. Download the 'Brick Block' shortcut here

3. Open the Shortcuts App

Step 3

4. Switch to the "Automation" tab, and tap to create a Personal Automation

Step 4

5. Select "App"

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6. Select "Is Opened" and "Run Immediately", then press "Choose"

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7. Choose the app you would like to Brick

Press "Done" after selecting the app and then "Next"

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8. Search for 'Brick Block' and select. Do not select 'New Blank Automation' (if not appearing, try downloading shortcut again using the link here.)

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9. You're good to go! Reach out to hello@getbrick.app if you're having troubles.