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CE QuicKeys X

CE QuicKeys X - 1.0.2

automates any task, multi-step or repetitive action

All Time: (3.2)
Version 1.0.2: (2.1)
Selected Version: 1.0.2
Release Date: 2001-12-05
License: Update
Downloads (version 1.0.2): 37
Downloads (all versions): 83,668
Price: New $99.95
Upgrade from 1.5 $19.95
Upgrade from 1.0 $34.95

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QuicKeys X is the first automation utility specifically for Mac OS X. It takes the daily tasks that would normally take you five...six... twenty or more steps and turns them into a simple one step shortcuts. You can automate hundreds of tasks using QuicKeys; launch programs or files, mount servers, run Unix commands, or type text. Whatever you do, however many steps, QuicKeys saves you time and increases your productivity.

QuicKeys X performs shortcuts that automate the computer tasks you do each day. Unlike other macro utilities, QuicKeys does not require you to learn a sophisticated programming language. All you have to do is tell QuicKeys what shortcut you would like to create. Then choose a trigger (how you play your shortcut) that best suits you. You can scope your shortcut to play within a specific application or all applications. With a simple hot key, toolbar button, menu selection, or timer you'll be working X times smarter, faster, better.

What's new in this version:

  • A new group of options has been added to Computer shortcuts. They include "Hide Front Application", "Hide Other Applications", "Show All Applications" and "Bring All Windows to Front"
  • A new "Insert Text" option in Type Text dramatically increases typing speed. New shortcuts will default to Insert Text. Any existing shortcuts will remain as Type Text but can be changed to Insert Text
  • A new "Hide Other Applications" option has been added to Switch Applications
  • A new "Make applications recognize clipboard changes" preference has been added. This preference should be turned on if you are experiencing problems using the new Insert Text option
  • A new "Open QuicKeys at log in" preference automatically adds QuicKeys to your Login System Preferences
  • The playback speed for AppleScript has been improved
  • Typed text no longer shows up in the console
  • If the same hot key is assigned to a scoped shortcut and an everywhere shortcut, only the scoped shortcut will play. Previously both shortcuts would play. This also applies when using hot keys to show/hide toolbars
  • Clicking on the QuicKeys System Menu no longer brings QuicKeys to the front
  • A display issue with scopes in the Triggers tab has been addressed
  • Fixed a problem with Change Folder steps finishing too early
  • Toolbar buttons set to show name only now resize properly if shortcuts are renamed
  • If a shortcut name is left blank in the shortcut editing window, the previous name is restored when the window is closed or another item in the window is selected
  • Fixed a problem where some applications were not being recognized when switched to the front
  • Fixed a problem in scoped repeat triggers where the repeat interval would get continuously shorter when switching in and out of the scoped application
  • Fixed an issue where some applications would not be recognized when setting the scope for shortcuts or toolbars
  • Java applications now display the correct name in the Switch Application pop-up menu
  • Fixed an issue with Clicks and Mouse Recordings not working reliably on multiple monitors which are arranged vertically

Operating System Requirements:

This product is designed to run on the following operating systems:

  • Mac OS X 10.2
  • Mac OS X 10.1

Additional Requirements:

  • Mac OS X 10.1 or higher

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CE QuicKeys X ReviewThe best utility/upgrade ever! - Version: 4.0.5, 11/7/2009 10:09AM PST

Kerry Dawson
I'm a long term user of Quickeys and have tons of shortcuts defined many of which I am constantly using. The v4 release of Quickeys bar none is exceptional. Its made an already powerful product incredible. This is one app I could not do without. It can pretty well do anything within itself but it even allows you to run Automator apps and Applescript programs should you need to on a Quickey, timed event whatever.

I can't say enough good about this product. Its a real time-saver and makes using the Mac easier than ever and reducing errors that one makes when doing repetitive things like logging into web sites, entering text etc etc. This product will not disappoint and it is so worth the price. Like me, I'm sure you'll end up using it for years.
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CE QuicKeys X ReviewQuicKeys is the Real Deal - Version: 4.0.4, 10/14/2009 06:04AM PST

dashard
I felt obliged to offer my review -- after being a QuicKeys user since 1992 or so -- to try to counterbalance the unfathomable negative reviews. There can be no mere "difference of opinion," and chowhound is correct: those unfairly posting low ratings have either a) not actually used the software, b) not the mental capacity to use the software, or c) an agenda.

I currently have 406 shortcuts established. Many of those are tied to keystrokes. Many are set to trigger at a particular time, or after a particular event (whenever the Music volume mounts run a sync of my iTunes Library files -- easy to set up, in case you're wondering), and many are set to work only within the scope of a particular application (determine what "Cmd-Shift-S" does on a per-application basis), etc.

It's indispensable, insanely powerful, and absurdly easy considering the power you're harnessing.

Buy it. Play with it. If you're still not sure, RTFM (though you will likely not need to until/unless you want the more advanced stuff.)

Quicksilver's great. It's *not* a replacement. I use them both, and Quicksilver *only* for very specific things (such as it's ability to chain events and perhaps show me a dialog of a custom message after a particular delay.)

Otherwise, it's QuicKeys 250 times a day for me. Sitting at a computer that does not have QuicKeys (and more specifically my shortcuts) installed makes me wonder how I could possibly get along without it. It's that good and that indispensable.

10 stars, no joke.
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CE QuicKeys X ReviewMust-Have Software - Version: 4.0.4, 9/16/2009 10:02AM PST

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Chowman
Quickeys was great in the days before OS X, sucked for a couple of years while it caught up, and is now terrific again. It suffers unfairly from low reviews here from people who 1. haven't noticed it got good again, 2. haven't taken time to learn to use the program (there's a learning curve), and/or 3. are shilling to promote other applications.

Re: that last, anyone who says "XXX does the same only cheaper" is lying. Quickeys is unique. There's nothing out there with even close to its power.

If there's anything repetitive (really, just about ANYTHING) you find yourself doing on a Mac, this program will turn it into a painless macro. I wish I could use it to automate my entire life!
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