Hyperkey AlternativesKey Mapping Tools and other similar apps like Hyperkey

Hyperkey is described as 'Use an additional modifier key for all your keyboard shortcuts with this straightforward app. Utilize an unused key by converting the caps lock or any modifier key to the hyper key, which combines all four modifiers. The hyper key can be used in any app with keyboard shortcuts' and is a Key Mapping tool in the system & hardware category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Hyperkey for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Google Chrome and Web-based apps. The best Hyperkey alternative is AutoHotkey, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Hyperkey are AutoIt, Tuna, BetterTouchTool and SharpKeys.

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  1. AutoHotkey icon
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    AutoHotkey is an open-source Windows scripting language for task automation. It crafts scripts for operations like form filling and auto-clicking, initially starting with hotkeys yet evolving into a complete script language. Converts scripts to executables, works offline, and supports debugging.

    179 AutoHotkey alternatives

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    • Windows
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  2. AutoIt icon
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    Use a straightforward BASIC-like scripting language to automate your Windows GUI. Simulate key presses, mouse movement, window attributes and much more.

    134 AutoIt alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  3. Tuna icon
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    Modern macOS launcher with native Swift implementation, offering Fuzzy, Leader, Text, and Talk modes, modal interface, extension support, no subscription required, free version with soft limits, and one-time unlock for full features for customizable workflow.

    59 Tuna alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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  4. BetterTouchTool icon
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    Customizes input devices on macOS by enabling gesture and button mapping, keyboard shortcut assignment, window snapping, automation, scripting, multi-device integration, and iOS app control. Features include touch bar, Apple Remote, and per-app profiles.

    86 BetterTouchTool alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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  5. SharpKeys icon
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    SharpKeys is a utility that manages a Registry key that allows Windows to remap one key to any other key. Included in the application is a list of common keyboard keys and a Type Key feature to automatically recognize most keyboard keys. It was developed in C# using .NET v2.

    27 SharpKeys alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Windows
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  6. Karabiner, previously called KeyRemap4MacBook, is a very powerful keyboard remapper for Mac OS X. In addition to simple key remapping, it has special remapping modes like Emacs-mode, SandS-mode (Space and Shift).

    86 Karabiner Elements alternatives

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    • Mac
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  7. Actiona icon
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    Actiona (formerly known as Actionaz) is a task automation tool. It allows you to create and execute action lists. You don't need to know any programming language to use it: its intuitive interface allows you to create action lists (scripts) using drag & drop.

    67 Actiona alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Linux
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  8. Clavier+ icon
     45 likes

    Clavier+ allows you to create global keyboard shortcuts for launching applications, opening folders, writing text and opening websites.

    58 Clavier+ alternatives

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    • Windows
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  9. TextExpander icon
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    Boosts team efficiency by managing, creating, and sharing reusable text snippets across all platforms with support for fill-in fields, advanced customization, and insightful analytics to drive productivity and performance enhancement.

    94 TextExpander alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Google Chrome
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  10. aText icon
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    aText accelerates your typing by replacing abbreviations with frequently used phrases you define.

    62 aText alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Parallels Desktop
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  11. Beeftext icon
     39 likes

    Beeftext is an open-source text substitution tool for Windows.

    68 Beeftext alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Windows
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