TWAPI Alternatives

TWAPI is described as 'The Tcl Windows API (TWAPI) extension provides Tcl bindings to the Windows API. It provides, among other things, the functionality required to simulate mouse clicks, key presses, etc. for the purpose of automation' and is an app in the development category. There are nine alternatives to TWAPI for Windows, AutoHotkey and Mac. The best TWAPI alternative is AutoHotkey, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like TWAPI are AutoIt, NirCmd, Shortery and Stepwise.

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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.

    162 AutoHotkey alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
    • AutoHotkey is the most popular Windows alternative to TWAPI.

    • AutoHotkey is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to TWAPI.

    • AutoHotkey is Free and Open SourceTWAPI is also Free and Open Source
    • AutoHotkey is LightweightTWAPI is not according to our users
  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.

    122 AutoIt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  3. NirCmd icon
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    NirCmd is a small utility that allows you to do many useful tasks from command-line, without displaying any user interface: change your display settings, turn off your monitor, open the door of your CD-ROM drive, and more...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  4. Shortery icon
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    Automates macOS Shortcuts with seven configurable triggers, including application launch or quit, system wake or sleep, scheduled times, login and logout, custom hotkeys, appearance mode changes, and power events, supporting complex automation for daily workflows.

    145 Shortery alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
    • Shortery is the most popular Mac alternative to TWAPI.

    • Shortery is Freemium and ProprietaryTWAPI is Free and Open Source
  5. Stepwise icon
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    Stepwise is a free automation tool for Windows. It's easy to learn, safe to use, and there's no coding required.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
    • Stepwise is the most popular commercial alternative to TWAPI.

    • Stepwise is Paid and ProprietaryTWAPI is Free and Open Source
    • Stepwise is LightweightTWAPI is not according to our users
  6. Windows Toolbar Creator and Launcher Software, With Buttoncommander you can Automate True Toolbars any sort of Computer Movements.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • AutoHotkey
     
  7. keystarter icon
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    keystarter automation software. you can make a set of 3d button icons with keystroke command scripts and create your own popup menus - clipboards or virtual keyboards.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • AutoHotkey
     
  8. Multi Task Tool is a portable tool that, as its very name suggests, can be used to execute multiple tasks in Windows OS!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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