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Maybe you know the mmotps GunZ().
i have already written a few macros for it (so a program, which clicks and presses the keys for you ingame) with the program actool(http://www.actool.net/).
But i am tired of using this pascal-like programming language...

So is there a possibility to get a macro, which presses keys and clicks when the user presses a key, written in python?

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Quick answer: yes — Python can do that. The usual pattern on Windows is “listen for a global hotkey / hook, then emit mouse/keyboard events.” For a modern, maintainable approach use a listener library for the hotkey and a separate automation library to send clicks/keys; that keeps the code simple and portable across platforms. See the libraries below for concrete choices and their docs. (pynput.readthedocs.io)

A practical, minimal workflow (listener → action). Example using pynput for the hotkey and PyAutoGUI for actions; swap in PyDirectInput if the game ignores synthetic events:

from pynput import keyboard
import pyautogui

def on_activate():
    # test in Notepad first
    pyautogui.click(200, 200)
    pyautogui.write('macro fired')

with keyboard.GlobalHotKeys({'<alt>+f': on_activate}) as h:
    h.join()

Use the listed docs to expand this into more robust code (debounce, threading, graceful shutdown). (pynput.readthedocs.io)

Notes and troubleshooting (practical gaps from the thread):

  • If a game ignores PyAutoGUI or old mouse_event/keybd_event, try PyDirectInput (it uses SendInput/scan codes). On Windows use SendInput rather than legacy mouse_event; SendInput is subject to UIPI (integrity/elevation), so run at the same privilege level as the game or match integrity when required. (github.com)
  • Grant accessibility/privacy permissions on macOS and test automation in a safe app (Notepad) before targeting a game. Use small delays and a failsafe abort (PyAutoGUI provides PAUSE/FAILSAFE) to avoid runaway scripts. (pyautogui.readthedocs.io)
  • Legal/safety: many online games forbid automated macros and anti-cheat systems can ban accounts; verify the game’s ToS before using macros. (help.steampowered.com)

Context: was right that you need a global hook; modern Python libraries avoid the old pyHook/pascal toolchain and give cleaner APIs. If you prefer the quickest non-Python route, ’s AutoIt (or AutoHotkey) suggestions are still valid for rapid Windows macros.

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Member Avatar for SoulMazer

So is there a possibility to get a macro, which presses keys and clicks when the user presses a key, written in python?

So, let me see if I have this right. You want a script to emulate mouse clicks/key presses when the user presses a certain key (ALT + F, for example)? If so, then it depends on what OS you're running. I'll assume you're running Windows for now.

This should get you started:

Download pyHook here.
Download win32 extensions (pythoncom) .

#Detecting keystrokes as events
import pyHook
import pythoncom

def OnKeyboardEvent(event):
    print event.Ascii

hm = pyHook.HookManager()
hm.KeyDown = OnKeyboardEvent
hm.HookKeyboard()

while True:
    pythoncom.PumpMessages()

If you are by chance running Linux or another OS with X11 as its windowing system, I can give you one piece of advice: don't do it unless you have to. Just don't. If you're really determined, you can search for hours for some documentation for xbindkeys. If you need help with xbindkeys, post back. I have enough experience with it to help you get started.

Good luck with your scripting.

EDIT: If you want to do things the EASY way, check out AutoHotkey. You could probably write the entire script in about 5 minutes.

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Member Avatar for jcao219

Well you can use many languages for autobot program creation.

Python works, but I don't think it is the best way since you have to mess with Win32API and hooks.

I think one of the best ways is to write an Autoit script.

Member Avatar for richardtreier

Wow, that works nicely :twisted: :twisted:

but is there a documentation for this module?

and how can i send mouseclicks and keyevents with the win32 module?

It would be nice if u would tell me this too :)

Member Avatar for SoulMazer

The documentation is pretty much nonexistent, but you can find plenty of examples by searching the web for "python win32 simulate mouse click" or something similar.

Simulate a mouse click:

import win32api
import win32con

def click(x,y):
    win32api.SetCursorPos((x,y))
    win32api.mouse_event(win32con.MOUSEEVENTF_LEFTDOWN, x, y, 0, 0)
    win32api.mouse_event(win32con.MOUSEEVENTF_LEFTUP, x, y, 0, 0)

click(100, 100) # simulate mouse click at 100px, 100px

Simulate a key press:

Download SendKeys from .
Then:

from SendKeys import SendKeys
SendKeys('Hello{SPACE}world{ENTER}')
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Thank you!

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