Fix | errordomain=nscocoaerrordomain&errormessage=could not find the specified shortcut.&errorcode=4

The error message you're seeing:

ErrorDomain=NSCocoaErrorDomain & ErrorMessage=Could not find the specified shortcut. & ErrorCode=4

is an Apple (macOS/iOS) system error, specifically from the Cocoa framework, and it generally means:

The system is looking for a shortcut (automation, Siri shortcut, or app-related shortcut), but can’t find it—either because it’s deleted, renamed, or the app using it is malfunctioning.

Step-by-Step Guide to Solve It (2025)

Step 1: Understand Where the Error Happens

• Is this happening on:
  • A macOS or iOS device?
  • While running a shortcut (via the Shortcuts app)?
  • While using a third-party app that relies on shortcuts?
  • During a script or automation?

If you can identify what action triggered the error, it helps isolate the cause.

Step 2: Check the Shortcuts App

1. Open the Shortcuts app on your Mac or iPhone/iPad.
2. Look for the shortcut that’s referenced (if you know which one).
3. If it's missing:
   • It may have been deleted accidentally.
   • If it's from an app, try reinstalling or resetting that app.
4. If it’s there:
   • Try running it manually to see if it works.
   • Check for any broken actions inside it (e.g. missing files or app actions).

Step 3: Reinstall or Recreate the Shortcut

• If the shortcut is corrupted or not working:
  1. Delete the problematic shortcut.
  2. Recreate it manually or download it again if it came from a third-party source.
  3. If the shortcut was created by an app, reinstall the app and allow it to recreate the shortcut.

Step 4: Reset Shortcuts Permissions

Sometimes permissions are misconfigured.

On iOS/macOS:

1. Go to Settings → Privacy & Security.
2. Tap Shortcuts or Automation.
3. Ensure the app has permission to run Shortcuts or Automations.

Step 5: Reboot Your Device

A simple reboot can often reset the system's state and fix transient issues.

Step 6: Test the Action Again

After doing the steps above:

• Retry the shortcut or the app feature that triggered the error.
• See if the error still appears.

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Step 7: If It’s in Xcode / App Development

If you’re a developer and seeing this in Xcode logs:

• Ensure that the intent-based shortcut (SiriKit/Shortcuts) is registered properly in your app.
• Verify that the .shortcut file or NSUserActivity is not missing or incorrectly referenced.
• Look at the NSUserActivity or INShortcut identifiers being used.

Common ErrorCode 4 (NSFileNoSuchFileError)

Error code 4 in NSCocoaErrorDomain is:

NSFileNoSuchFileError = 4 — File or resource not found.

So even if it mentions “shortcut,” it may be:

• Looking for a file that was deleted.
• A shortcut that points to a deleted file or app action.

Summary

Step	Action
1	Identify where the error occurs (Shortcuts, app, automation)
2	Open the Shortcuts app → Look for broken/missing shortcuts
3	Recreate or reinstall missing shortcuts or apps
4	Check app permissions in Privacy & Security settings
5	Reboot your device
6	Test again
7	If you’re a developer: check Xcode logs and identifiers