Question about AutoHotkey scripting

[jdd]

Is it possible to create a hotkey that does not require simultaneous pressing of keys?

For example, I would like to create a hotkey combination that is based on pressing two keys in rapid succession like "KK" or "KL".

Thanks,
jdd

[mouser]

you might try TapTap Hotkey Extender:
https://www.donation...dex.php?topic=5971.0

[J-Mac]

you might try TapTap Hotkey Extender:
https://www.donation...dex.php?topic=5971.0

-mouser (August 01, 2010, 01:12 PM)

mouser,

Last update in November 2006? The download page claims it only works through XP. True?

Thank you.

Jim

[mouser]

The download page claims it only works through XP. True?

lies!

[J-Mac]

 

[jdd]

so.....is it correct to assume that it is not possible to create a hotkey combination in Autohotkey that is based on pressing two keys in rapid succession?

[Target]

so.....is it correct to assume that it is not possible to create a hotkey combination in Autohotkey that is based on pressing two keys in rapid succession?

-jdd (August 01, 2010, 06:47 PM)

no sure I'd so far as to say that, but I'm not sure how I'd approach it...

perhaps a hotkey for K that watches for a subsequent (K) key press within a defined period 

[OkRob]

Not sure what you're trying to send by pressing the keys, but something like this works:

Code: Autohotkey [Select]

1. :R*?:ttt::
2. FormatTime, CurrentDateTime,, HH:mm
3. SendInput %CurrentDateTime%
4. return

Pressing the "t" 3 times sends the current time in HH:mm format

To send a text string, this works:

Code: Autohotkey [Select]

1. :R*?:ppp::
2. SendInput This is my string of text
3. return

Typing "p" 3 times sends This is my string of text

Might try something along those lines if it will work for you. I use the ones above and others similar all the time to save me time with commonly typed text, etc. Note that I have them set to send after 3 keypresses as hardly any words I will ever type contain 3 of those letters in succession.

[skwire]

Is it possible to create a hotkey that does not require simultaneous pressing of keys?

-jdd (August 01, 2010, 01:03 PM)

Here's one method to double-tap "k".

Code: Autohotkey [Select]

1. ~k::
2. {
3.     If ( A_PriorHotKey = A_ThisHotKey && A_TimeSincePriorHotkey < 200 )
4.     {
5.         MsgBox, Success.
6.     }
7. }
8. Return

[jdd]

I should have been more specific.  What I want to do is to be able to type kk to simulate control-Alt-F4.

[skwire]

Code: Autohotkey [Select]

1. ~k::
2. {
3.     If ( A_PriorHotKey = A_ThisHotKey && A_TimeSincePriorHotkey < 200 )
4.     {
5.         SendInput, ^!{F4}
6.     }
7. }
8. Return

[jdd]

skwire,  That worked like a charm!

Can you show me the script to use kj to simulate control-Alt-F4?

Thanks,
jdd

[jdd]

Mouser,

Can TapTap Hotkey Extender be used to simulate three simultaneous keystrokes such as Ctrl-Alt-F4 by tapping with one hand?  I couldn't seem to get the syntax right in the ini file.

Thanks,
jdd

[skwire]

Do as OkRob suggested and use a hotstring:

Code: Autohotkey [Select]

1. :*?:kj::
2. {
3.     SendInput, ^!{F4}
4. }
5. Return

[mouser]

Can TapTap Hotkey Extender be used to simulate three simultaneous keystrokes

not sure what you are asking -- taptap can't detect a triple tap, only double taps (though this is possibly something that could be added); but it should be able to simulate combinations of 3 or more keys when triggered.

regarding taptap solution vs autohotkey solution, ahk is an incredibly powerful and versatile tool that can do tons of things.
wheras taptap was designed with one thing in mind, detecting these kinds of tapping keypresses as efficiently as possible with smallest impact on cpu and memory and resources.

this is something to care about because these are keypresses that are happening constantly as you type, and you don't want it slowing down your pc.

while i can't say definitively that taptap works more efficiently for this task, that would be my strong suspicion and i'd love to see some benchmarks comparing the two approaches.  though in truth it may be that the impact is minimal, when doing anything but heavy keyboard pounding, if even then.

[jdd]

skwire, Thank you. That is what I was trying to do.  I am not trying to create hotstrings. 

The reason behind this query is that I am not very adept at using a keyboard.  For me, hot keys that require 3 keys pressed simultaneously (or even two) is very cumbersome.  Since I use a lot of hotkey combinations, the ability to create some using a one-hand 'tap tap' procedure is very powerful. 

Fortunately, I have two hands.  I can see how this would be a great tool for a person with one.

jdd

[jdd]

Mouser,

I am trying to simulate/define hotkeys that normally require simultaneous pressing of three keys (e.g. Ctrl-Alt-Delete).  I would like to launch these hotkeys using a NON-SIMULTANEOUS pressing of two keystrokes. 

So in this example, I would like to define a sequence of two NON-SIMULTANEOUS (e.g. 'k' followed by 'j') to simulate 'Ctrl-Alt-Delete'. Do you follow?

Can I do this in TapTap Hotkey Extender?

[OkRob]

If I am interpreting what you wish to do correctly, the script that skwire posted above will do exactly what you wish... hit k, release it then hit j and it will sent Ctrl-Alt-F4. Substitute {Delete} for {F4} and it wll send Ctrl-Alt-Delete if you hit k and then j. I would use a sequence like kkk though, as it's easier to send and a legitimate word containing kkk which would trigger your hotkey is less likely to occur.