# Start point and speak | Shortcuts Library

> Opens the Magnifier app and activates the Point and Speak feature that will detect text near your fi...

## What this shortcut does

Opens the Magnifier app and activates the Point and Speak feature that will detect text near your finger.

## Compatibility

iPhone, iPad

## Required apps

Magnifier, Shortcuts

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