TinyTask 1.77 for Windows

TinyTask 1.77 is a free Windows macro recorder from Vista Software: it records what you do with the keyboard and mouse and plays it back as many times as you need. You can download it from the developer's official site, and the download is tiny.

What does TinyTask do?

TinyTask is simple macro record and playback software for keyboard automation. You press record, perform a task once, stop the recording and then replay it. The program repeats the same clicks and keystrokes in the same order, which saves time with dull jobs such as filling the same form, renaming files by hand or clicking through a routine every morning. Because it records positions on the screen rather than understanding the windows behind them, it works best when the screen looks exactly the same each time: the same window size, the same zoom level and nothing popping up in between. That simplicity is also its main limit. There are no conditions, variables or scripts, so if a task needs decisions along the way, a more advanced automation tool will serve you better.

How do I use it?

1. Download the program from the official TinyTask website; older builds are on its archive page.
2. Launch it; a small toolbar appears on the screen.
3. Click Record, carry out your task, then click Record again to stop.
4. Press Play to repeat the actions.
5. Watch the replay closely and stop it if anything goes differently than recorded.

What do I need to run it?

Changes between releases are listed in the official changelog.

How do I get reliable replays?

Prepare the screen before you record: maximise the window you will work in, close notifications and chats, and note where the mouse starts. Record slowly and deliberately rather than quickly, because the replay copies your pauses too and a program that loads slowly may not be ready for a fast click. Test the macro a couple of times while watching it, and keep a way to stop it at hand before you leave it running on its own.

Is TinyTask safe?

The program itself only replays what you recorded, but its size and popularity make it a favourite for fake download sites that wrap it in installers with adware. Take it from the official site. Some antivirus tools flag any program that simulates keyboard input, so check a warning carefully instead of simply switching protection off. Never record passwords into a macro that other people might replay.

Can I use it in games?

Technically yes, but many online games forbid automated input and can suspend accounts that use it. Read the game's rules first; offline and single-player tasks are the safer use.

What are the pros and cons?

• Pro: tiny download.
• Pro: very easy to learn.
• Pro: free.
• Con: no conditions or scripting.
• Con: breaks if windows move or the screen changes.

What are the alternatives?

For simple clicking tasks, our listings include OP Auto Clicker and Auto Key Presser; they repeat single clicks or keys rather than whole recorded sequences.