Think you know everything about IFTTT? Think again! While most people use IFTTT for simple automations like turning on smart lights or getting weather updates, there are some powerful features that can take your automations to the next level. If you're ready to go beyond the basics and make daily tasks even easier, these five gems will help you automate like a pro.

Whether you're a productivity enthusiast or just looking to simplify your routine, this guide will show you how to properly use these IFTTT features so you can get the most out of your automations. From controlling devices to streamlining tasks, IFTTT connects over 1000 apps and services to help you create seamless workflows. New to IFTTT, start for free today.👇

AI Applet Maker

Why spend time manually setting up Applets when you can just tell AI what you need? With the AI Applet Maker, all you have to do is type a simple command, and AI does the rest. Found on the Create page, this feature lets you build custom Applets in seconds. Want a daily reminder? Just type it in. Need to auto-backup your photos? Say the word.

How to use the AI Applet Maker

1. Use services that are live on IFTTT.

If you choose a service that is not available on IFTTT, you will get an error. No worries! Just write in an alternative service. We have almost 1,000 services currently on IFTTT, so there is a good chance a service you need is available.

2. Structure your prompt in an "If this, Then that" style.

This helps IFTTT AI understand your goal and be more accurate in the creation of your Applet.

Here are a few example prompts to use:

- If there is a new Tweet with a keyword, then add it to a Google Sheet.

Boom. Your Applet is created:

- If I miss a phone call, then send myself an email.

- If an RSS feed has a new item, then send me a notification.

Need some more guidance? Tripp walks you through using the AI Applet Maker here.

IFTTT Automation Assistant GPT

If you're a ChatGPT user, get ready for your own professional automation butler (minus the fancy suit)! The IFTTT Automation Assistant GPT seamlessly integrates with ChatGPT, giving you direct access to over 1,000 digital tools without ever leaving the chat interface.

You can retrieve a list of all your connected services, search for specific tools (like Slack for messaging), and even execute actions like scheduling a Google Calendar event or sending a Slack message. Need to fetch data from an app or run a query? No problem. This feature turns ChatGPT into your automation command center, making it easier than ever to manage your workflow.

We have a guide that walks you through how to get it, how to use it, and some use case examples.

Filter code

For those who love a little extra control, filter code is a game-changer. Available to IFTTT Pro+ users, this feature lets you add logic and customization to your Applets. Now, instead of just setting a basic trigger and action, you can add conditions, time-based logic, or even data processing before your automation runs.

Life isn’t always if this, then that—sometimes you need if this, but only on Tuesdays, unless it’s raining! That’s where filter code comes in. It gives you full control over when and how your Applets run, allowing you to customize your automations to fit your exact needs.

Check out our guide for a deep dive into what filter code is and how you can use it to build your automations.

Interested in using filter code? Try Pro+ for free and take full control of your automations!

Camera widget

We all take photos, but what if sharing them were even easier? With IFTTT’s camera widget, saving and sharing your photos just got simpler. This service works with your phone’s camera and creates widgets that you can access directly from your home screen. Whether you want to back up every picture you take to Google Drive, send photos to friends, family, or coworkers with a single snap, or post instantly to social media like Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter (X).

You can learn how to manage or add new widgets to your device here.

Looking for some inspiration? Here are some of the top camera widget Applets:

Notifications

By the time you’ve read this sentence, you’ve probably already received several notifications. Alerts from our phones, wearables, computers, and other smart devices are great for keeping us on track with meetings or letting us know when someone’s at the door. However, the constant influx of notifications can quickly become overwhelming, making us numb to the very information we once relied on.

You can read our full guide on how to optimize your notifications here, where we present use cases and our top notification Applets that users love, like filtering notifications for specific events, getting weather updates, and more. We’ll also include a few Applets below to give you a sneak peek at what you’re in for!

Group Location

Additionally, we offer our Group Location service, which allows you to trigger automations based on the location of everyone in your group. Your group could be your family, roommates, friends, or anyone you choose!

This feature can help your family save money, increase safety, and stay connected through group-enhanced location Applets. You can read more about it here.

Top Group Location Applets

Ready to level up your automation game?

These five features are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what’s possible with IFTTT. Whether you’re using AI-powered automation, advanced customization tools, or simply making your daily life smoother with widgets and notifications, there’s always more to explore. We can't wait to see what and how you'll automate next!