AHK FAQ

AutoHotkey, otherwise known as AHK, is a free, open-source utility for Windows. By installing the AHK program set a user can:

  • Automate tasks normally done by entering in by mouseclicks and keystrokes.
  • Make hotkeys and shortcuts for a mouse or keyboard with any combo becoming a potential hotkey.

AHK scripts are widely used by online poker players so that they can customize and improve their poker playing experience on these sites.  Many of the sites are extremely slow to change and update their software to meet the demands of their users.  An AHK script offers a cheap and easy way to create a shortcut to get the software to do what you want it to do.  Often times, this is meant to assist in multitabling efforts.

AutoHotKey is available as a download for Windows only and you can get it by clicking here.

Users who wish to get to know AHK better or receive support on installing the executable should refer to the AHK Wikipedia Page.

USING AN AHK SCRIPT

To use an AHK script from AHKpoker.com:

  1. Install the AHK software to your machine.
  2. Download the AHK script from AHKpoker.com .
  3. Double-click “xxx.ahk” file to start the script.
  4. You should now see a green “H” icon next to your clock (Windows XP), which indicates that your script is running.
  5. If a script has options, right click on the script icon to bring up the menu.
  6. Enjoy!