It makes perfect sense that you have Speed Dial locked and loaded on your iPhone for a super easy way to call someone. While Apple’s iOS doesn’t have a direct option for Speed Dial, it’s still possible to quickly dial on your iPhone using the powerful Shortcuts app.

This article will tell you how to quickly call someone from your iPhone’s home screen using different shortcuts, how to customize them and use them. So, without further ado, let’s get started.

Before we proceed with the step-by-step guides with screenshots below, let's first briefly explain the three most common ways to quickly select a contact on iPhone. This will help you decide which method is best for you.

1. Speed Dial Shortcut: The Speed Dial shortcut lets you start a conversation using a Siri command. This shortcut can be installed and modified through Apple's Shortcuts app. You can also create a home screen icon for this shortcut and make speed dialing as easy as opening an app.