TextExpander Blog

A text expander is a productivity tool that turns short shortcuts into longer, pre-written content (called snippets) wherever you type. In practice, you create an abbreviation (e.g. “;br”) and the expander automatically replaces it with the full text (e.g. “Best regards, [Name]”) – eliminating repetitive typing. A cross-platform text expander offers this capability on all…

AutoHotkey is a powerful scripting language for creating macros on Windows. While AutoHotkey excels in many areas, it may not be the perfect fit for everyone. Whether you’re looking for an alternative with a simpler interface, cross-platform compatibility, or different scripting capabilities, there are several tools that can serve as strong AutoHotkey alternatives. In this…

Speed matters—especially when you’re juggling tasks across multiple apps on your Mac. Keyboard shortcuts are one of the simplest ways to work faster, but macOS’s native options can only take you so far. If you’ve ever wished for more flexible, app-specific commands or the ability to automate repetitive actions, a dedicated Mac keyboard shortcut app…

Knowing how to find and replace text can save you hours—whether you’re editing a document, cleaning up spreadsheet data, or updating code. This simple but powerful function lets you quickly locate specific words or phrases and swap them out in seconds. From Microsoft Word to command-line tools, most platforms have built-in find-and-replace features. In this…

Text Snippets are short, reusable pieces of text that you can quickly insert into your writing. Typically, you assign a shorthand or abbreviation to each Snippet, and when you type that shortcut, it instantly expands into the full text. This is often powered by text expansion tools, like TextExpander. Snippets can also include special characters,…

If you’ve spent any time automating tasks on macOS, chances are you’ve come across Keyboard Maestro. It’s long been a favorite among power users for building custom macros, automating repetitive workflows, and taking full control of the keyboard and mouse. But as powerful as it is, Keyboard Maestro isn’t for everyone. Maybe you’re looking for…