iOS 11+: is there a way to temporarily mute sound output? Use case:

Spotify runs an ad.  You know how obnoxious those can be.
I somehow temporarily mute for say 60 secs (duration should be parametrized).
After 60 seconds, volume level comes back to normal, hopefully past ads.

How can I accomplish this?
You can do this with  Workflow using the following workflow. Workflows can be run from a share menu, Today widget or by opening the app.

Since Workflow was acquired by Apple and integrated into iOS 12, it should also be possible with Shortcuts in iOS 12.


Download  Workflow, then install this workflow  Mute Temporarily.