ShortKeys 3.0.2.1

The first thing you need to know about the Insight Software Solutions-developed program called ShortKeys is that the download weighs in at some 6MB. So if you’re on a high-speed internet connection, you should be able to download the application to your computer in no time at all.

The next thing you need to know is that the installation process goes at a fast pace. I selected the Custom installation option that allowed me to select which files will be included in the installation, and allowed me to select if I would like ShortKeys to automatically run at startup. Once the installation process completes, the first time you run ShortKeys you are presented with a wizard that guides you through setting up the application for the first time.

ShortKeys can be installed on any version of the Microsoft-developed Windows operating system. Running Windows XP? ShortKeys will work like a charm. Running Vista? This shouldn’t be a problem either. Running the latest iteration, Windows 7? ShortKeys will work in Windows 7 without a hitch.

But what can ShortKeys actually do? Here’s the lowdown. This Insight Software Solutions-developed program is a keyboard macro utility that lets you do the following: when using an application, you just type several predetermined keys into the aforementioned application. The keys you typed will be replaced with words, phrases or even paragraphs. It saves you time as you don’t have to type in long lines of text. This can be a really helpful thing for people who spend all day long typing away in front of the computer.

ShortKeys works with any program where you type in text. Type in an abbreviated version of a word, and ShortKeys will replace it with the actual word. Type in a sequence of keys and ShortKeys will automatically replace it with the current date.

ShortKeys is a definite must-have tool in the arsenal of any computer user that does a lot of repetitive typing. It will save the user time, and will save him from having to do all that typing.

Pros

• Easy to use
• Simple, straightforward interface
• Setup wizard
• Extensive help
• Works with all Windows versions

Cons

• Free to use only during the 30-day trial period
• Nag screen

ShortKeys has been reviewed by George Norman on 22 Apr 2010. Based on the user interface, features and complexity, Findmysoft has rated ShortKeys 4 out of 5 stars, naming it Excellent