Okay, let's talk about "Workflow".
In simple terms, a "workflow" is a sequence of steps or tasks that need to be completed to achieve a specific goal or process. Think of it like a recipe for cooking or a set of instructions for assembling something.
"Key Characteristics of a Workflow:"
"Sequence:" Tasks are performed in a specific order.
"Activities:" Each step involves a specific action or task.
"Resources:" People, systems, or information are needed to complete each task.
"Rules:" Conditions or criteria may determine which task comes next.
"Transitions:" Movement from one task to the next is triggered by completion or specific events.
"Outcome:" A successful workflow results in the achievement of its intended goal.
"Why are Workflows Important?"
"Efficiency:" They help streamline processes, reducing unnecessary steps and eliminating bottlenecks.
"Consistency:" They ensure that tasks are performed the same way each time, leading to predictable results.
"Visibility:" They provide a clear understanding of how a process works and where things might be going wrong.
"Collaboration:" They can facilitate teamwork by clearly defining roles and responsibilities.
"Automation:" Many workflows can be automated, saving time and reducing errors.
"Compliance:" They can help ensure that processes adhere to regulations and standards.
"Types of Workflows:"
"Linear
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Workflow 是新晋苹果设计奖得主之一,也许这款应用对于部分美友来说,已是如雷贯耳。小美仍想趁此机会将这个神器推荐给大家,没用过的美友很可以考虑入手,它可以助你提高效率,让手机功能拥有更多的可能性!

使用手机时,我们时常会有一些复杂繁琐的操作,很多应用都力图帮我们简化这些过程,让手机自动为我们服务,比如说 LCP (Launch Center Pro)、IFTTT……Workflow 的存在也是为着这一目的,学习成本并不是特别高,18 元的价格其实真的很值。如果真要说门槛的话,英文算是一个吧……
举个栗子(*・_・)ノ°
如何机智地扫描二维码?
假如说我有一个这样的需求:点一个按钮即开始扫描二维码,如果是链接,则自动用 Safari 打开,如果不是,则自动复制到剪贴板。Workflow 就可以帮你轻松实现!你需要花一点时间在应用内制作一个工作流(如下面的截图),然后将按钮放在桌面上,点击就可以自动运作这个流程。


制作你自己的「工作流」
每个人想要简化的流程可能都有些差异,首先明确一下你希望 Workflow 为你做什么,小美简单描述一下它的使用方法:创建一个工作流,在「Actions」中选择每一步的操作,将其挨个拖到「Workflow」列表中,可能要对其中一些选项进行设置,然后点击「Done」就完成啦~
除了直线式工作流,你还可以添加简单的 if 条件语句,上面那个例子中就用到了,并不难呢~


也有现成的,别担心
如果你不知道做什么工作流好,应用的 Gallery 中也有很多做好的,可以直接添加。比如说这个:添加你家的位置,当你到家时,自动提醒你做一件什么事。还有「用静态图制作 GIF」、「自动播放一个音乐列表」……诸如此类的众多选择。
小美写文章时需要用到很多截图,我就制作了一个这样的工作流:自动选择最近的 6 张截图 - 通过 AirDrop 分享 - 删除截图。将这个工作流做成一个按钮添加到桌面,每次截完图运行一下,效率瞬间提升!
另外,桌面按钮可以自定义哦~




说了这么多,不知道是否戳中了你的需求痛点?或许只有真正体验到 Workflow 的神奇之处,才会真正被打动。