Tap the Automation tab. Tap the Plus (+) icon to create a new automation. Select Create Personal Automation. Scroll down and tap NFC as the automation trigger. Tap Scan. When you see the Ready to .Posted on Nov 1, 2021 12:10 PM. On your iPhone, open the Shortcuts app. Tap on the Automation tab at the bottom of your screen. Tap on Create Personal Automation. Scroll down and select NFC. Tap on Scan. Put your iPhone near the NFC tag. Enter a name for your tag. .