Automation Tools

RoboTask enables you to automate any combination of tasks on your computer, ranging from simply launching web pages, to checking email, moving or backing up files to uploading or downloading, sending email and much more. The program allows to easily create simple task, as well as highly complex automations, involving conditional IF/ELSE statements, loops, custom variables and other advanced options. It can accommodate just about any type of simple or complex automation, without the need to create batch files or write complicated scripts, as it uses a visual interface that lets you simply select and combine action to fit your needs. The extensive support for conditional actions allows you to not only create automated task, but they can also be executed automatically if certain conditions apply (e.g if a file is moved, if your internet connection goes down, if there is new email etc.). RoboTask can run as NT Service, allowing you to have automated tasks take place, even if you are not logged on. A powerful tool, that provides one of the highest levels of flexibility in its class.

Limagito (formerly MoveIt2) is a utility to automatically move files that are added to a specific folder. You can set filters based on the file name, rename files using regular expressions when moving them to the new destination, create directories based on the file name or date and check if the file already exists. The program can move files from/to local folders as well as FTP directories. Limagito offers quite a few features that make the program very flexible and useful for a variety of file management tasks as well as file backups. It runs in the system tray and automatically monitors the selected folders for any additions that match your file moving rules. You can set up to 5 working threads, each with individual settings. Other features include detailed logging, support for subdirectory scanning, command-line options and more. This free Lite version is restricted to a single file moving rule.

Macro Scheduler lets you create macros to control applications, automate software processes and assign tasks to scheduled events, desktop shortcuts or hotkeys. You can perform complex tasks with a single mouse click, or schedule them for later. Power users will appreciate the ability to compile scripts into standalone EXE files, which can be launched on any Windows PC. MacroScript, the proprietary Macro Scheduler script language, supports subroutines and array type variables and scripts can be extended to include Microsoft VBScript code. More than 200 script commands and standard programming constructs include the ability to send keystrokes and mouse events to other applications, wait for windows to open and close, make a particular window active, perform internet tasks, run programs and commands, execute files, read from and write to files and much more.

Macro Expert is a utility designed to automate repetitive or routine tasks on your computer. It allows you to record your mouse movements and actions, so that they can be played back on demand or regular schedule. In addition to recorded macros, it allows you to edit macro actions manually by combining actions with pre-defined triggers (system events, user logons etc.). The available actions include moving the mouse pointer, stroking keys, selecting menus, pressing buttons, launching programs, showing message dialog, shutting down your computer, and more. The finished macro can also be run on-demand via keyboard hotkey, or on a regular schedule.

How many of the same things do you do every day? With Macro Magic, assign them all to hotkeys and blast through your tasks with ease! Record mouse movements and keystrokes, access web sites, send e-mail, type passwords, launch programs, or construct advanced macros that can replicate virtually any task in Windows. Macro Magic can also fire a macro upon the appearance of a certain window (great for annoying dialogs and questions you always have the same answer for!).

ShutDownOne offers quick access to a choice of shutdown and reboot options from the system tray. You can choose from shutdown, reboot, log off, power off and also lock the work station, or activate hibernate. In addition, the program also allows you to perform remote shutdowns for network machines and supports command-line operation, as well as automatic creation of batch files for any selected action. ShutDownOne offers scheduled actions, optional password protection, and it can perform a privacy cleanup (Internet traces, browser cache etc.) before each shutdown operation.

Automize is a task scheduler and automation software that can automate a variety of tasks, including ftp transfers, ftp logging, web downloads, web site monitoring, email checking and sending, telnet, ping, directory monitoring and more. You can choose the task from one of the many categories and then customize it to your needs. Automize contains several pre-configured tasks, not commonly found in other applications, this includes automated SQL database queries, support for MS Office tasks, CGI testing and more. All of them offer a simple template that you can customize. In addition, the chaining feature can run tasks in sequence or conditionally depending on exit codes. Scheduler tasks can be run by the second or minute, or on a hourly, daily, weekly, or monthly basis. Additional features include email notifications on task failure, FTP browsing, ZIP file viewer, extensive logging, remote task control and more. The program is written in Java and therfore cross-platform compatible.

Macro Express allows you to create macros manually or by recording them. Quick Wizards are available making creation of macros a breeze! Macros can also be created and edited with a powerful, yet easy "Scripting Editor" that allows you to see each step and command of your macro. Each individual command can be modified, deleted, copied or moved around in the script. A command wizard is also available to step you through the process of creating your macros. The program includes hundreds of commands including Keystrokes, Mouse, Launching Programs, Sending E-mail, Window Positioning and Sizing, Variables, If then else logic, Input Boxes, Questions, Menus, ASCII Delimited and Text File Processing, Dial-up Networking, Network Connections, File Commands, Waits, Pauses, Loops and many more.

Push The Freakin Button Pro (PTFB Pro) allows you to automatically click buttons in any Windows dialog that intercepts your workflow. You can use it to automatically get rid of confirmation dialogs, automate processes by clicking a specific button as soon as a program is opened and more. In addition, PTFB Pro also allows you to record action sequences which allow you to expand the options by recording all mouse and keyboard activity in addition to button clicks. The program is easy to use and runs quietly in the system tray - when it sees a window that you have previously targeted, it carries out the button and key presses that you have defined. Additional features include running programs, scripts or sending emails in response to a specific dialog opening, and more.

TypeItIn Pro is a simple tool that lets you insert frequently used text snippets into documents or web forms. You can add as many buttons as you need, assign custom names and create multiple lists. In addition to regular text, you can also use dynamic variables (day, time etc.) and insert special keyboard keys and mouse click actions.

Journal Macro is a keyboard and mouse macro recorder, editor and player designed to help you eliminate repetitive operations. You can use the program to automate your repetitive tasks, like inserting text, loading web pages, typing passwords, running program and much more. The available macro actions include launching of programs a nd web sites, mouse movements, delays, keystrokes, windows movements and more. You can combine multiple actions into a chain of events and then launch them with a single click or keystroke. Journal Macro can also launch macros based on trigger sentences or words and includes a macro recorder, that allows you to simply record activities and then replay them later.

VisualCron is an advanced task scheduler that allows scheduling of task based on user defined triggers and events. You can create simple task that launch a specified program at a certain time of day, or complex tasks that are triggered by system events like file changes, event log entries, registry changes, services, processes and even custom WMI scripts. The available task options include file executions, SQL queries, HTTP commands (POST/GET), various types of notification and more. You can combine multiple tasks and events, specify time exceptions, and select to be notified via email, syslog, SQL query, popup window, sound and more. VisualCron runs as Windows service, so the tasks will be executed even if you are not logged on.

WinBatch is an advanced Windows batch language that you can use to write honest-to-goodness Windows batch files to control every aspect of your machine`s operation. There are literally thousands of different functions that allow you to do just about anything. By automating many of your most commonly performed tasks -- like launching programs, initiating dial-up connections, managing files and back-ups -- you can increase your productivity at the computer. It also contains WinBatch Studio: a complete, integrated development environment that includes editors, debuggers, and right-click help menus that make it much faster and easier to work in WinBatch.

iOpus Internet Macros allows you to record and replay repetetive web tasks like form filling, web searches, multi-level navigations and more. Any combination of browsing, form filling, clicking and information gathering can be recorded into an Internet macro.In addition, power users can manually edit a recorded macro and a command line interface allows for an easy integration with other software like the Windows task scheduler.

CRD (formerly Crystal Reports Distributor) will save you from the mundane job of manually running Crystal Reports daily, weekly, monthly etc. and then exporting them to e-mails to be sent to your clients. It allows you to simply schedule to an email, printer, fax or folder, choose the output format (word, rpt, pdf etc) as well as specify single or packages of reports. The same report can also be scheduled to run multiple times with different parameters, formats, frequency and destinations. CRD can run as a service for NT, 2000 and XP users.

Easy Batch Builder provides a an easy way of creating MS DOS batch files, that can be used to perform frequently used commands or operations. It offers easy to follow routines for beginners and quick access to command templates and file names/paths for advanced users as well. The interface offers and editor view (Advanced) as well as a simple wizard-type form, that allows you to create the batch file with selection dialogs and checkboxes. Easy Batch Builder supports standard copy,move,delete,rename operations with optional IF/FOR statements, user interaction, network options, start/stop services and more. Additional features include syntax checker, Windows Explorer integration and more.

Phantom Sidekick is a macro utility that can be used to automate any Windows task. Actions can be recorded or scripted and played back with the click of a keystroke. The program allows you to automate any task - from logging in to e-mail account or backing up files to more complex operations such as automating a commonly used document formatting or chart creation process. Macros can also be scheduled to run using the built-in scheduler for unattended task automation. The Macro Manager and Macro Wizard provide a simple interface for macro creation and more avanced users can use the script editor to create new automation scripts and edit recorded scripts. You can also use the Macro Recorder to record your tasks, and have them automatically converted into a script that can be run with a single click. Sidekick uses the Phantom scripting language and even though you can create macros without knowing anything about Phantom, the program works best for users that are familiar with the scripting language.

WinScheduler allows you to schedule variety of different tasks to run on defined time or a specific event. You can define your tasks to run every minute, hour, day, week, or month or just once. Specific events you can use to start a task include: particular window is opened / activated / deactivated / closed, file is created / deleted / changed / bigger than / smaller than, directory is created/deleted, idle time or on Windows shutdown. As for the tasks, you can just start an executable file (with parameters) to have a task done or you can write variety of different tasks using build-in strong macro language. The macro language covers file management functions, clipboard management functions, FTP, system functions (empty recycle bin, shutdown, etc.), windows functions, date & time manipulation, keyboard and mouse events playback and more.

AutoMate is a professional automation software, that can automate just about any computer task, ranging from simple task to complex front and back-office IT tasks. While the automation options are very complex and support many intelligent and interactive operations, the task design is remarkably simple, allowing you to drag and drop task steps from a large set of customizable actions, without the need to write any code. You can assemble tasks of any length, combine them with loops, IF statements, pauses, interactive dialog prompts and much more. AutoMate includes over 140 available actions and triggers including FTP file transfers, data or file replication, application testing, data entry, event log monitoring, SQL database transactions, email notifications, paste/copy, compression and many others. Automate is one of the more expensive automation tools, however the extensive set of features and avanced options should prove to be a massive time saver for many businesses and easily warrant the investment.

WinTask Lite allows you to automate any repetitive tasks by using a macro recorder, that will simply record what you are doing with your mouse and keyboard, and can then replay it at anytime. The recorder automatically creates an automation script from the recording, and it offers additional statements that can be used to modify the recorded actions (loops, flow control, calculations and more). The Lite version does not support unattended tasks nor scheduling.

Event Manager is a powerful task scheduler, launcher and automation program that allows you to launch any number of programs in any order at any time. You can create desktop macro shortcuts to run multiple programs with conditional execution, send keystroke macros, open control panel applets (switch printers/video modes etc.), logoff or reboot your system and much more. In addition, Event Manager Professional supports http and ftp uploads and downloads, automatic zip backup and several notification options (email, phone call, write to log...). The program can run as a native Win2K/NT4 service.

KeyText is a multi-purpose text and automation utility, that can store snippets of text, ready to be typed or pasted into any application by using a simple hotkey press or menu selection. A "Right-click anywhere" feature makes form-filling quick and easy. You can also include commands to run programs, click buttons, change windows, visit Internet sites and more. In addition, you can use the program to automate mouse clicks which hit the right spot even if a window changes position and a "Smart Select" feature lets you, for example, select an e-mail address in any application, hit a hotkey, and have your e-mail program start with a new message ready. KeyText can run automatically, using the built-in Scheduler to run or watch for certain windows, dialogs, or password requests appearing, and it will fill in or button-click them away.

VistaTask is a full featured automation tool that supports more than 160 different actions, including Internet actions, database queries, file operations, window controls, mouse actions, keyboard input and many more. You can design new automation tasks by simple drag and drop of the desired actions, and configuring the details of each step. The program includes a wide range of dynamic variables that can be used within a task (dates, system commands etc.), and supports dialog prompts that can ask the user for input before continuing a running task. You can also create advanced tasks by inserting conditional IF statements that can act on query results, existing files, math calculations, visible images and various other factors. Other features include direct Win32 API Access, checkpoints, loops, and jumps, recording and playback and more. VistaTask can even compile your entire task into a standalone program (EXE file) that can be used to launch the task, even on other computers. Even though the program supports very complex tasks, it is easy-to-use and does not require you to learn any new scripting languages.

Automation Anywhere is an intelligent automation software that enables you to automate complex tasks without any programming. You can either record keyboard and mouse activity or create detailed automation scripts with the help of wizards. The program comes with built-in scheduler, repeat options, multiple variable and debugging support, as well as support for task-chaining, conditional IF statements, file, system and Internet commands. Advanced users can also integrate external scripts within an Automation Anywhere script to automate even more complex tasks.

Hotkeycontrol allows you to set custom hotkeys for specific purposes like launching applications, opening documents, hiding windows, controlling your browser, ejecting your CD, restarting your computer and much more. It can turn any keyboard into a Multimedia or Internet keyboard. You can adjust your volume with a customizable on-screen-display and even send keystrokes which may be used to type in commonly used text. The program is completely customizable in all aspects, even the additional keys on your existing Multimedia/Internet keyboard can be used with Hotkeycontrol and all the hotkeys are functional even in games and in other full-screen Direct 3D applications. The program is limited to 50 hotkeys and 20 macros.

Macro MD enables you to automate almost any task on your computer without the need to learn any scripting language. It offers a wide variety of commands that can be used to run applications, send keystrokes, insert data, load web pages, fill web forms, move/copy/rename files and folders, start or stop services and much more. You can create simple macros or complex scripts including iterations and conditional statements, using a point and click interface. The program offers forms for every command, you just have to fill in the blanks and the code will be created for you. The macros can be triggered via hotkey, windows or on a regular schedule. MacroMD supports creating of custom variables and can also write results from a macro step to a new variable that can be passed on to the next step. Advanced users can also take advantage of the integrated Python scripting.

Active Task Manager is a simple automation tool that offers the advantage that it can run as Windows service and perform tasks even if you are not logged on to the machine. It supports standard command line executions, as well as reminder messages and shutdown operations. It also offers flexible scheduling to perform tasks on a daily, weekly or monthly basis, or repeat interval like every few minutes.

Kirby Alarm is an alarm and task scheduler that can launch a popup reminder dialog, play a sound, run a program or send an email address in user defined intervals. The scheduling options include simple recurring reminders, as well as more advanced options like every X day of the month, every other Friday, last Monday of the month, last day of the month etc. The program comes with a simple but practical interface and is easy to use. It doesn`t look like much, but actually offers a fairly flexible set of features, and new reminders can be created very quickly. Runs in the system tray.

Kirby Alarm Pro is a combination of personal reminder program and task scheduler, that can automatically remind you of important events with a popup note and optional sound alert, or trigger a variety of other actions including scheduled program launches, FTP uploads, file backups, system shutdowns and more. The program can also be used to send automated emails, either as reminders or recurring notifications. In addition, Kirby Alarm Pro can monitor files and folders for changes and trigger any of the supported actions when the monitored files or folders are changed, files are added or absent or other conditions apply. Other features include optional password protection, built-in To Do list manager, time announcements, and more. Can run as a Service.