AutoHotkey

AutoHotkey is a free and open-source custom scripting language for Microsoft Windows, primarily designed to provide easy keyboard shortcuts or hotkeys, fast macro-creation and software automation to allow users of most computer skill levels to automate repetitive tasks in any Windows application. It can easily extend or modify user interfaces. The installation package includes an extensive help file; web-based documentation is also available. Wikipedia

Created by: AutoHotkey Foundation LLC
Developed by: Chris Mallett
Operating systems: Microsoft Windows
Implemented in: C++
Aliases: Auto Hot Key, Auto Hotkey, AHK

Wikidata: Q784816

Language types: scripting language

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