How to Create an iOS Shortcut for Reddit Video Downloads

For iPhone power users, the Shortcuts app is a game-changer. Instead of switching between apps, you can trigger a download directly from the Reddit "Share" menu.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to set up a professional iOS Shortcut that handles Reddit video downloads with sound in 2026.

What is an iOS Shortcut?

Shortcuts allow you to automate tasks on your iPhone. A "Reddit Downloader" shortcut works by taking a URL as input, sending it to an extraction API (like the one we use at RDT Video Downloader), and saving the resulting file to your gallery.

Option 1: The "Lazy" Way (Installing a Pre-Made Shortcut)

The easiest way is to download a shortcut made by the community.

1. Go to a site like RoutineHub or ShortcutsGallery.
2. Search for "Reddit Video Downloader."
3. Tap Get Shortcut and then Add Shortcut on your iPhone.
4. Important: You may need to go to Settings > Shortcuts and enable "Allow Untrusted Shortcuts."

Option 2: The "Pro" Way (Building Your Own)

If you want to understand how it works, you can build a simple "Shortcut Bridge" to our tool.

The Logic:

1. Receive Input: Set the shortcut to accept "URLs" from the Share Sheet.
2. Pass to Web: Use the "Open URLs" action with this format: https://rdtvideodownloader.com/?url=[Shortcut Input]
3. Download: This will instantly open our site with the link already pasted and ready to download.

How to use your new Shortcut:

1. Open the Reddit app and find a video.
2. Tap Share.
3. Scroll down to the bottom of the list and tap the name of your shortcut.
4. Follow the on-screen prompts to save the video.

Why use a Shortcut instead of just a Website?

• Speed: It’s 2-3 seconds faster than manual copy-pasting.
• Convenience: You never have to leave the Reddit app environment.
• Automation: You can chain it with other actions (like automatically uploading the video to your Dropbox or sending it to a specific person).

Is it safe?

Yes, as long as you know where the shortcut is sending your data. A safe shortcut should only interact with reputable downloader APIs and your internal storage. Never install a shortcut that asks for your Apple ID password or credit card information.

Conclusion

Whether you build your own or install one from the community, an iOS Shortcut is the ultimate "pro" way to handle Reddit media in 2026.

See also:

• How to Download Reddit Videos with Sound on iPhone
• Best Reddit Video Downloader Apps for iPhone
• How to Download Reddit Videos on Android

Pro Tip: If your shortcut ever breaks (which happens when Reddit changes their code), you can always fall back to the RDT Video Downloader website for a guaranteed fix.