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User guide
Perform tasks quickly with Instant Actions
Instant Actions are shortcuts that allow you to perform tasks quickly.
Note: Instant Actions use the input language that is set on your device.
1. In the search field, type a command.
2. From the results, tap Instant Actions column menu.
Make a call
You can call a contact or dial a phone number right from the search field.
Type phone, dial, or call, and then select Make a call to enter a contact name or phone number.
Send an email
Type email or mail, and then select Send an email to enter email address.
Send a text message
Type either sms, message, msg, or text, and then select Send a text message to enter a contact name or phone number.
Play music
Type play, select Play Music or YouTube, and then enter a song name, artist name, or album name.
Get directions
Type map, and then select Get directions to enter the name of a business or address.
Create a note
Type note or memo, and then select Create a note or Notes to enter a title for the note or view your notes list.
Create a task
Type task or todo, and then select Create a task or Tasks to enter a title or view your tasks list.
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