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Create a Custom Step Counter Log Shortcut for iPhone

While your iPhone generally tracks steps in the background, sometimes you need to manually log activity, review an immediate daily summary, or export your metrics. A personalised step counter log shortcut for iPhone creates a beautifully streamlined bridge between your daily motion and your goals. Instead of digging deep into the Apple Health app menus, instantly pull your current step count into a quick notification.

How this step counter shortcut works

Tap the shortcut directly to instantly receive a clear notification banner showing exactly how many steps you've taken today. A prompt also allows you to manually add steps if you ran on a stationary treadmill or walked without your phone. It can automatically calculate how many steps you still need to hit your goal.

How to build this shortcut

1

Go to getturin.com and describe your step counter (e.g., 'Create a shortcut to check my steps and log treadmill runs').

2

Wait a few seconds for Turin's AI to build the shortcut for your daily motion.

3

Tap the 'Install' button to add the step counter directly to your Apple Shortcuts app.

Why use this shortcut

Instant goal visibility

Saves you from opening and scrolling around the Health app just to check your basic progress.

Bridging the gap

Easily accommodates manual logging from stationary equipment or analog pedometers.

Highly motivating

Generates a quick daily summary that pushes you to take one last evening lap around the block.

Ready to build this?

Build this shortcut in seconds.

Just describe it in plain English and tap install. No coding, no App Store, no subscription.

Build this shortcut free

Works on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Installs in one tap.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Create a Custom Step Counter Log Shortcut shortcut free?

Yes. You can build and install this shortcut using Turin's free tier. No subscription, no App Store download required — just describe what you want and tap install.

Which iPhone, iPad, and Mac models does this shortcut support?

This shortcut works on any iPhone, iPad, or Mac running iOS 16 / iPadOS 16 / macOS Ventura or later. Install it directly from Safari in one tap.

Does this shortcut need an internet connection to run?

No. Once installed the shortcut runs entirely on-device using Apple's built-in Shortcuts app. An internet connection is only needed during the initial build and install step.

Can I customise this shortcut after installing it?

Absolutely. You can describe any changes to Turin and get a new version in seconds, or open the shortcut in the Apple Shortcuts app and edit the actions directly.