How to automatically copy 2FA one-time passwords when using AutoFill
Minimalist AutoFill is built on Apple’s AutoFill system which unfortunately does not yet support auto-filling of one-time passwords for third party passwords managers like Minimalist. That's why Minimalist offers automatic copying of one-time passwords while using AutoFill.
When will Apple support auto-filling of one-time passwords?
Good news everyone! Apple has officially announced they will be enabling 3rd-party apps such as Minimalist to auto-fill one-time passwords in iOS 18 and macOS 15! Hurray!
We will be updating Minimalist to take advantage of this new feature a.s.a.p., so stay tuned.
In the mean time, continue reading to enable automatic copying of one-time passwords.
How to enable automatic copying of one-time passwords
One enabled, Minimalist will automatically copy a current one-time password to the clipboard which can then pasted into the appropriate field.
Here's how to enabled it:
- Open Minimalist app.
- Select gear icon to open “Settings” screen.
- Select "Minimalist AutoFill”.
- Enable “Automatically copy one-time passwords…”
- Optionally allow notifications to remind you when a one-time password has been copied (recommended).
And here's how to use it:
- AutoFill the username and password of any Login item for which you've setup one-time passwords.
- Watch for the notification indicating the one-time password has been copied.
- Manually paste the copied one-time password into the appropriate field.
That should be it! Let us know if you run into any trouble at hello@minimalistpassword.com.
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