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TextExpander is described as 'boosts team productivity by cutting the repetitive typing that creeps into every task. A quick shortcode while typing drops in the necessary language to send to clients and customers. In the words of your best writer, gather the knowledge of your most experienced' and is a popular Text Expander in the office & productivity category. There are more than 50 alternatives to TextExpander for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Online / Web-based and Android. The best alternative is AutoHotkey, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like TextExpander are espanso, PhraseExpress, Beeftext and FastKeys.

TextExpander alternatives are mainly Text Expanders but may also be Task Automation Apps or Clipboard Managers. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of TextExpander.
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  1. AutoHotkey icon

    AutoHotkey

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    • Windows
    149 alternatives to AutoHotkey 

    AutoHotkey is a free, open-source scripting language for Windows that allows users to easily create small to complex scripts for all kinds of tasks such as: form fillers, auto-clicking, macros, etc.

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    1.  LightweightAutoHotkey consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
    2.  Support for scriptingAutoHotkey supports scripts and macros to automate or customize tasks.
    3.  PortableAutoHotkey can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
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    espanso

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    29 alternatives to espanso 

    An open source, cross-platform text expander written in Rust.

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    1.  Works Offlineespanso can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
    2.  Support for scriptingespanso supports scripts and macros to automate or customize tasks.
    3.  Portableespanso can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
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    Almost everyone thinks espanso is a great alternative to TextExpander.
    jonleibowitz

    Open Source, cross-platform, good configuration interface (yaml!)

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    PhraseExpress

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    46 alternatives to PhraseExpress 

    The autotext and text expander software "PhraseExpress" manages frequently used phrases for quick insertion into any application.

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    1.  AutocompletionPhraseExpress can predict and complete the rest of a word or phrase you're typing.
    2.  Support for scriptingPhraseExpress supports scripts and macros to automate or customize tasks.
    3.  Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
    4.  Dark ModePhraseExpress supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
    Main program window to organize phrases in a multi-level folder structure
    The phrase menu allows users to quickly select the desired phrase.
    Phrases are suggested as you type
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    Does not require to subscribe to an online service.

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    Beeftext

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    48 alternatives to Beeftext 

    Beeftext is an open-source text substitution tool for Windows.

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    1.  PortableBeeftext can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
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    Almost everyone thinks Beeftext is a great alternative to TextExpander.
    Guest

    It is simple yet very effective and nicely designed. No doubt the best one out there.

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    Simple, free, and open-source. Beeftext does the job.

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    It's free and open source.

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    Beeftext is opensource and works very well in Windows. You can install or use the PortableApps version. RichText support has been added in the last version 6.0.

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    FastKeys

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    • Windows
    118 alternatives to FastKeys 

    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.

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    1.  AutocompletionFastKeys can predict and complete the rest of a word or phrase you're typing.
    2.  PortableFastKeys can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
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    Guest

    Rather same functionality. Cheap, a few dollars only, active development. Works under Citrix.

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    Keyboard Maestro

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    49 alternatives to Keyboard Maestro 

    Keyboard Maestro is the leading software for Mac OS X for customizing keyboards. This automation software will increase business productivity just by using simple keystrokes. It is the first choice for all your business efficiency needs.

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    1.  Support for scriptingKeyboard Maestro supports scripts and macros to automate or customize tasks.
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    Almost everyone thinks Keyboard Maestro is a great alternative to TextExpander.
    Guest

    Keyboard Maestro is much more than just a "text expander". It's a full-featured development environment with no coding required, much like Automator.

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    Way more than just text expansion. If you're on a Mac all day this app is ingenious.

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    Karabiner Elements

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    73 alternatives to Karabiner Elements 

    Karabiner, previously called KeyRemap4MacBook, is a very powerful keyboard remapper for Mac OS X. In addition to simple key remapping, it has special remapping modes like Emacs-mode, SandS-mode (Space and Shift).

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    aText

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    42 alternatives to aText 

    aText accelerates your typing by replacing abbreviations with frequently used phrases you define.

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    1.  Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
    2.  Real time collaborationMultiple users can work together in aText simultaneously.
    3.  Import CSV DataaText can import data from a CSV (Comma seperated values) file.
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    Most users think aText is a great alternative to TextExpander.
    Guest

    Can import TextExpander snippets

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  11. Typinator icon

    Typinator

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    • Mac
    65 alternatives to Typinator 

    What is Typinator?

    Have you ever experienced the tedium and frustration of having to repeatedly type your name, e-mail address, home page url, or other words or phrases again, again and again? Do you frequently need to quickly insert images like your signature, location plan, or.

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    Almost everyone thinks Typinator is a great alternative to TextExpander.
    philrj

    Fast, simple, and efficient. Gets the job done, stays out of your way, easily customizable, and zero latency.

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    works perfectly, simply, great

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    PhraseExpander

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    48 alternatives to PhraseExpander 

    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.

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    1.  AutocompletionPhraseExpander can predict and complete the rest of a word or phrase you're typing.
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