Popular Macro Software Comparison
A macro is a small program or script that helps users automate common tasks such as defining shortcut keys to open commonly used programs, expand abbreviations as they are typed, and a lot more besides. Not only do they help save us time and (from frustration too), but they are a god-send to those suffering from RSI, making working on a computer a lot less painful.
However, among so many available software packages out there, how do you decide which is the best one for your needs? We think it is best to get evaluations and recommendations from users themselves.
With this end in mind, we will be evaluating the following macro software packages. We request our readers to write in their own experiences and suggestions so that we can build a useful comparison document for all the popular macro software packages available.
- Apis Ceratina
- Auto Macro Recorder
- AutoHotKey (free)
- AutoIT (free)
- HotKeyBind
- KeyText
- Macro Expert
- Macro Express (39.95 US$)
- Macro Mania
- Macro Scheduler
- Macro Wizard
- My Macros
- Perfect Keyboard
- Quick Macro (Q Macro)
- RoboTask
- WinAutomation
- WinTask
- Workspace Macro Recorder
This list will be continuously updated depending on reader’s requests and interest. Do let us know if you would be interested in knowing more about any other software that we may have missed out on.
Meghna