ShortKeys AlternativesText Expanders and other similar apps like ShortKeys

ShortKeys is described as 'Windows text replacement utility designed to help you type faster and more accurately. Create abbreviations (shortkeys) for longer words and phrases – which will save you time and ultimately money' and is a Text Expander in the office & productivity category. There are more than 10 alternatives to ShortKeys for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, AutoHotkey, iPad and Android apps. The best ShortKeys alternative is AutoHotkey, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like ShortKeys are AutoIt, PhraseExpress, TyperTask and Shortery.

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  1. AutoHotkey icon

    AutoHotkey

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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.

    159 AutoHotkey alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    • AutoHotkey is the most popular Windows alternative to ShortKeys.

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

    • AutoHotkey is Free and Open SourceShortKeys is Freemium and Proprietary
    • AutoHotkey is LightweightShortKeys is not according to our users
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    AutoIt

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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.

    121 AutoIt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  4. PhraseExpress icon

    PhraseExpress

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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.

    56 PhraseExpress alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    • PhraseExpress is the most popular Mac, iPhone & iPad alternative to ShortKeys.

    • PhraseExpress is Free Personal and ProprietaryShortKeys is Freemium and Proprietary
    • PhraseExpress is LightweightShortKeys is not according to our users
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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, ...

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    TyperTask

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    Increase your efficiency by automating your keyboard with TyperTask! This tool simulates keyboard typing, and can be used to instantly type common phrases. Use it to automate chat conversations, website logins, programming code blocks, HTML tags, or anything else you can imagine.

    55 TyperTask alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

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    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  7. Shortery icon

    Shortery

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    Automates macOS Shortcuts with seven configurable triggers, including application launch or quit, system wake or sleep, scheduled times, login and logout, custom hotkeys, appearance mode changes, and power events, supporting complex automation for daily workflows.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
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  8. AceText icon

    AceText

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    AceText is a smart software tool that simplifies working with text by enabling you to store, manage, edit and reuse text from a central location.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Speed Up and Smarten Up The Way You Work with Text on Your PC
     

    • AceText is the most popular commercial alternative to ShortKeys.

    • AceText is Paid and ProprietaryShortKeys is Freemium and Proprietary
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    PhraseExpander

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    PhraseExpander saves time typing texts, filling forms, launching programs, opening websites and automating common tasks by using customized shorts. It can also correct your spelling mistakes and includes a clipboard history manager.

    58 PhraseExpander alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  11. Stepwise icon

    Stepwise

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    Stepwise is a free automation tool for Windows. It's easy to learn, safe to use, and there's no coding required.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Mini Mouse Macro

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    A free light weight mouse macro that records mouse movements, clicks and keyboard entries. Mini Mouse Macro is totally free, no adds, no banners, no trial, free.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  13. Texpand icon

    Texpand

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    Texpand is a text expansion app that helps you save a lot of time by assigning shortcuts to your frequently used texts. Features include:

    62 Texpand alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    well I don't know yet, I haven't used it. I thought you meant did it sound like a good alternative. I cannot get Shortkeys to work anymore and I need it or something like it.

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    • Texpand is the most popular Android & Android Tablet alternative to ShortKeys.

    • Texpand is Freemium and ProprietaryShortKeys is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Texpand is LightweightShortKeys is not according to our users
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    AutoText

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    You assign a keyword (an abbreviation) for a frequently used text snippet, phrase, sentence or paragraph, and AutoText will auto-type this snippet each time you type the abbreviation in ANY program.

    54 AutoText alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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