More hotkeys

**handrawn** · 09 August 2009, 06:42 PM

even small runs that I do a lot of

[such as: ctrl+A > convert line to shape > ctrl+1 > break shape]

it would help

especially if there is waiting to be done at any of the stages, which ties you down...

**PhilM** · 11 August 2009, 07:00 AM

Hi Sten,

Just to clarify: You are describing a scripting language with full programatic access to Xtreme's internal data structures. Something like javascript talking to a DOM API.

A macro language would work at a higher level of abstraction, recording user actions in the user interface and playing them back. Something like the little macro that Handrawn describes above.

Both have their uses but I guess most people here are talking about a macro language.

Phil

**netsi** · 11 August 2009, 10:32 AM

Hi Phil,

Originally Posted by PhilM

Just to clarify: You are describing a scripting language with full programatic access to Xtreme's internal data structures. Something like javascript talking to a DOM API.

Guess in my head I see something like that, yes. Something like what you have in Office or Visual Studio. It is probertly a wild wish though! :-)

Thanks for clearifying!

**DanDaBear** · 12 August 2009, 01:06 AM

I use PowerPro to do things like this. (in other programs, not Xara). It does hot keys, macros, button bars, menus and more that can be context sensative and may be good for your small needs Handrawn. And it's FREE!

It utilizes all three mouse buttons for button bars and mouse/hot key set-ups and has built-in scripting.

Oh, and it's FREE!

**handrawn** · 12 August 2009, 06:04 AM

I'll look into it Dan - thanks

**MarkMyWords** · 12 August 2009, 05:37 PM

That looks interesting Dan, thanks for the link.

**DanDaBear** · 14 August 2009, 03:40 AM

You're welcome Handrawn and Mark.

One thing, It is only a 32 bit program and is no longer under development. (although the creator still participates on the forums)
It will work under 64 bit Vista, just not perfectly.