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FastKeys

Windows automation: text expansion, macros, auto-complete.

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FastKeys is a Windows automation tool that expands abbreviations into saved text, records keystrokes and mouse actions, manages clipboard history, and builds configurable start menus for launching activities. It runs locally on the user's computer, with phrases stored on-device and no accounts, logins, or servers required.

Its features include a text expander with auto-complete and learning, fill-in text templates for generating documents and emails, team sharing of phrases with separate private settings, a macro recorder, a clipboard manager, and start menus. It works across applications and includes more than 500 ready-to-use templates, with administrator settings for teams. The software is available in multiple languages, including French, Spanish, and German, and offers a portable version alongside the standard download.

FastKeys is aimed at individuals, teams, businesses, and corporate users who repeat typing and task sequences. It is offered as a free trial with a one-time purchase model rather than a subscription, and an enterprise option is available.

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