Macro Recorder
FastKeys Macro Recorder can be used to record keystrokes and mouse actions to teach the computer to perform tasks automatically. This way the tedious procedures on a computer can be performed over and over again with a single press of a button.
Recording a macro
You can record a macro anytime directly by pressing a recording shortcut. Recorded macro will stay in memory, waiting to be played back anytime as needed.
To record a macro
- Press F12 shortcut on the keyboard to start recording
- Perform the computer actions, Macro Recorder records your text input, mouse clicks, window actions etc
- Press F12 shortcut on the keyboard again to stop recording.
The last recorded macro can be inserted into the command by selecting a desired module and then selecting Insert > Recorded macro menu.
Playing back a macro
Press F11 shortcut on the keyboard to play the recorded macro.
Recording and saving macro as a command
Macro recording can also be used to quickly record the command content in any module. You can then trigger and play a macro as any other FastKeys command item.
To record a macro
- Press Record button on a command definition dialog.
- When ready, follow the recording steps above.
- Edit the recorded action steps in the command field if needed.
- Save the command settings.
Setting Macro Recorder
The detailed Macro Recorder settings can be set in Preferences > Functions > Macro Recorder.
To change the Macro Recorder shortcuts, select a Record or Play shortcut field and press the desired key combination on the keyboard.
More settings: User Preferences
NOTE : Mouse movements are not recorded.