FastKeys AlternativesText Expanders & Task Automation Apps like FastKeys

FastKeys is described as 'All in one Windows automation software. Fully configurable text expander, start menu, shortcuts, auto complete and mouse gestures. User-defined commands to run files, open webpages, send macros or automate anything. Incredibly powerful but yet simple to use' and is a very popular Text Expander in the office & productivity category. There are more than 100 alternatives to FastKeys for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Google Chrome and Android apps. The best FastKeys alternative is AutoHotkey, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like FastKeys are espanso, Open Shell, AutoIt and Keypirinha.

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  1. AutoHotkey icon
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    AutoHotkey is an open-source Windows scripting language for task automation. It crafts scripts for operations like form filling and auto-clicking, initially starting with hotkeys yet evolving into a complete script language. Converts scripts to executables, works offline, and supports debugging.

    164 AutoHotkey alternatives

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    • Windows
     
  2. espanso icon
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    An open source, cross-platform text expander written in Rust.

    48 espanso alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    This is the text expander I've been searching for! It strikes a great balance between being highly configurable (for those who desire that) and being simple to set up with only a slight learning curve required.

    • espanso is Free and Open SourceFastKeys is Paid and Proprietary
  3. Open Shell icon
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    Open Shell is a fork of the Classic Shell project for Windows that getting back the classic start menu to modern versions of Microsoft Windows.

    41 Open Shell alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Windows
     
  4. AutoIt icon
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    Use a straightforward BASIC-like scripting language to automate your Windows GUI. Simulate key presses, mouse movement, window attributes and much more.

    124 AutoIt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  5. PhraseExpress icon
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    Autotext and snippet expander organizes reusable phrases in folders, inserts text by shortcuts or abbreviations, syncs phrase libraries across devices, includes macros, clipboard management, email integration, dynamic templates, and supports AES encryption for data.

    58 PhraseExpress alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  6. Pulover’s Macro Creator is a Free Automation Tool and Script Generator. It is based on AutoHotkey language and provides users with multiple automation functions, as well as a built-in recorder.

    66 Pulover’s Macro Creator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Bundleware

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  7. Microsoft Power Automate is an advanced automation platform. It offers a wide range of features, including AI-powered automation, RPA, BPA, DPA, and process/task mining.

    27 Microsoft Power Automate alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  8. Executor icon
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    A multi purpose launcher and more advanced and customizable freeware windows run replacement and more. Executor is available also as a portable app and can be integrated in LiberKey.

    51 Executor alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  9. FARR also lets you quickly run web searches, send email, manipulate files, control on-screen windows, and much more. Build and share custom commands or install plugins to add tons of new features, like live search features for your clipboard history and your internet bookmarks;...

    59 Find And Run Robot alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  10. DeepPeek icon
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    Seek, peek, and preview to find your work instantly — even if it's buried in folders, or you've lost track of it over the months.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
     
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