Create a cigarette counter with DataJot and track your consumption

Introduction

Tracking your cigarette consumption is a great way to become aware of your habits and gradually reduce them.
With DataJot, you can create a personalized cigarette counter on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac and use it through widgets or the Shortcuts app.

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Create a cigarette counter

1. Open DataJot and create a new series.
2. Name it, for example, “Cigarettes”.
3. Choose the numeric type.
4. Select the “sum” aggregation method so each new entry adds up to your daily total.

Each time you log a new cigarette, DataJot will automatically increment your daily count.

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Log a cigarette with Shortcuts

Thanks to DataJot’s native integration with the Shortcuts app, you can add an entry in one tap:

1. Open Shortcuts on your device.
2. Create a new shortcut and add the action “Add a value to a DataJot series”.
3. Select your “Cigarettes” series.
4. Enter the value 1.
5. Name it (for example, “Smoked a cigarette”) and add it to your Home Screen or Apple Watch.

Each activation of the shortcut automatically adds one cigarette to your daily counter.

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Visualize your consumption

DataJot displays your data as daily charts, allowing you to easily track your smoking habits over time.
You can view your totals per day, week, or month, and monitor your progress visually.

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Bonus 1: use the iPhone Action button

If you own a recent iPhone with the Action Button, you can go even further:

• Link your “Smoked a cigarette” shortcut to the Action Button.
• Press the button each time you smoke a cigarette.

A fast and discreet way to log your consumption without unlocking your device.

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Bonus 2: automate with an NFC tag

If you prefer not to open an app or use a widget, you can automate the action using an NFC tag:

1. Open Shortcuts → Automation → Create Personal Automation.
2. Choose NFC and scan your tag.
3. Add the action “Add a value to a DataJot series”.
4. Select your “Cigarettes” series and enter the value 1.
5. Save.

Now, each time you tap your iPhone near the tag (for example, attached to your cigarette pack), your consumption will be logged automatically.

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Why use DataJot?

• Simple, quick setup
• Local data storage with iCloud sync
• Full compatibility with widgets, Shortcuts, and App Intents
• No account required, no ads

Download DataJot on the App Store and start tracking your cigarette consumption today.