I just created a little workflow I call Reminders Mail Drop, and it’s been a game-changer for keeping my inbox organized and my tasks on track. With just a few steps, you can automatically turn emails into reminders in Apple’s Reminders app.
It’s especially handy if you’re using a PC at work and still want to capture tasks straight into Reminders. Just note that attachments aren’t processed.
The workflow involves:
Creating an iCloud alias – a dedicated email address just for reminders.
Setting up a Shortcuts automation – so any email sent to your alias becomes a reminder automatically. (Screenshots included below!)
Adding a mail rule in iCloud – to clear the alias inbox regularly and keep it tidy.
If you try it, I’d love to hear how it works for you! Drop a comment or share your tweaks — feedback is always welcome.
I implement the exact same idea but it’s way more universal.
I call it “Contextual Reminder”
Needs:
→ Apple Intelligence turned on
→ Actions app from the app store
The idea is this:
Whenever I am browsing my phone and I think, “hey I have this sweet idea that I would love to revisit/explore later but I don’t have time for right now” and I triple tap the back of my phone which does the following:
→ Takes a screenshot
→ Extracts text from the screenshot
→ Uses apple intelligence / chatgpt to remove garbage from the text
→ saves it in reminders with the screenshot as the attachment
