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# Open MixEffect

### **Parameters**

* **Wait**: 0-8 seconds to wait before continuing with the rest of the actions in the shortcut containing this action.

This action is used in the MixEffect Helper shortcut to assist you when running shortcuts when MixEffect is not in the foreground. It allows you to wait for MixEffect to establish a connection with the switcher before continuing with the rest of the shortcut.

### **Returns**

Nothing.