HID Macros Alternatives for Windows

There are many alternatives to HID Macros for Windows and since it's discontinued a lot of people are looking for a replacement. The best Windows alternative is AutoHotkey, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to HID Macros and many of them are available for Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to HID Macros are AutoIt, FastKeys, Pulover’s Macro Creator and Clavier+.

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  1. AutoHotkey icon

    AutoHotkey

     893 likes

    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.

    162 AutoHotkey alternatives

    Cost / License

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    • Windows
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    • AutoHotkey is the most popular Windows alternative to HID Macros.

    • AutoHotkey is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to HID Macros.

    • AutoHotkey is Free and Open SourceHID Macros is also Free and Open Source
    • AutoHotkey is LightweightHID Macros is not according to our users
  2. AutoIt icon

    AutoIt

     196 likes

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

    122 AutoIt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  4. FastKeys icon

    FastKeys

     119 likes

    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.

    125 FastKeys alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    • FastKeys is the most popular commercial alternative to HID Macros.

    • FastKeys is Paid and ProprietaryHID Macros is Free and Open Source
    • FastKeys is LightweightHID Macros is not according to our users
  5. Pulover’s Macro Creator icon

    Pulover’s Macro Creator

     68 likes

    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.

    62 Pulover’s Macro Creator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Bundleware

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  6. Clavier+ icon

    Clavier+

     43 likes

    Clavier+ allows you to create global keyboard shortcuts for launching applications, opening folders, writing text and opening websites.

    57 Clavier+ alternatives

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    • Windows
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  7. Actiona icon

    Actiona

     47 likes

    Actiona (formerly known as Actionaz) is a task automation tool. It allows you to create and execute action lists. You don't need to know any programming language to use it: its intuitive interface allows you to create action lists (scripts) using drag & drop.

    64 Actiona alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Linux
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  10. EventGhost icon

    EventGhost

     25 likes

    EventGhost is an advanced, easy to use and extensible automation tool for MS Windows. It can use different input devices like infrared or wireless remote controls to trigger macros, that on their part control a computer and its attached hardware.

    Cost / License

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  11. Key Manager icon

    Key Manager

     17 likes

    Key Manager reveals the full potential of your keyboard and mouse and allows you to save time and efforts while working with your computer. Thanks to its flexible interface, you can now create various actions and execute them by pressing keys, mouse buttons and combinations of...

    71 Key Manager alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  12. SciTe4AutoHotkey icon

    SciTe4AutoHotkey

     15 likes

    SciTE4AutoHotkey is a SciTE-based AutoHotkey script editor. It provides:

    Syntax highlighting, Calltips (also known as IntelliSense), AutoComplete, AutoIndent, AutoHotkey help integration, Abbreviations, Editing macros, Debugging support, .

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  13. PowerPro icon

    PowerPro

     14 likes

    PowerPro lets you take control of how you use Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP. Run commands and configure your system any way you want.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  14. TXMouse - True X-Mouse Gizmo icon

    TXMouse - True X-Mouse Gizmo

     4 likes

    Enable Copy-on-Select and paste with middle mouse button like in Linux

    X11 is better for fingers. Copy with mouse. Paste with mouse. Focus without clicks. Raise and lower windows. So called X-Mouse. One and only... True X-Mouse Gizmo.

    Have you ever paid attention to striking di.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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