# AutoHotkey

> Powerful Windows automation and macro creation scripting language

- Canonical URL: https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/autohotkey
- JSON export: https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/autohotkey.json
- Website: https://github.com/autohotkey/autohotkey
- Category: Productivity
- Open source: yes
- Self-hostable: no
- Verified listing: no
- Featured: no
- Published at: 2026-06-04T02:51:23+00:00
- Catalog revision: `903966813`

## Repository metrics (point-in-time)

- Repository: https://github.com/autohotkey/autohotkey
- Stars: 13414
- Forks: 1199
- Open issues: 13
- License: GPL-2.0
- Last push: 2026-10-27T06:41:37+00:00
- Metrics observed at (synced_at): 2026-11-04T05:39:05+00:00
- Archived: no

Tags: Scripting, Automation, Productivity, Windows, Hotkeys, Scripting Language
Tech stacks: C++, javascript, Windows

## Features
- Defines custom hotkeys for keyboards, mice, and joysticks. *(highlighted)*
- Automates repetitive tasks by sending keystrokes and mouse clicks. *(highlighted)*
- Includes a powerful scripting language for building complex tools. *(highlighted)*

## Description

AutoHotkey is a free open source macro creation and automation software utility for Windows. It features a custom scripting language designed to automate repetitive tasks and define flexible keyboard shortcuts for better productivity.

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