Hotkeycontrol XP is a complete HotKey utility that allows you to set hotkeys to do common tasks like opening files, ejecting your cdrom drives, restarting your computer, controlling active windows, controlling Windows media player and Winamp 3, changing volume, typing in commonly used text (macros) and much more. Besides the regular features, the volume status can be shown on the screen (OSD) or in the tray. You can also display any information on screen for easy access. The program is completely customizable in all aspects and has a great interface. Also the additional keys on your existing Multimedia/Internet keyboard can be used with Hotkeycontrol XP and all the hotkeys are functional even in games and in other full-screen DirectX applications.
Key features
Use additional keys on your laptop or multimedia keyboard with Hotkeycontrol
Monitor system volume or display brightness level for changes and display them using the On Screen Display (OSD)
Use hotkeys in 3d games too (For ex: change volume while you play)
Display any image or text file on screen with translucency
Run up to 50 programs or open webpages, files, folders via hotkeys
Change system volume and notebook display brightness level
Capture/playback macros to automate keyboard and mouse actions or type frequently used text
Control active windows - hide/show, set always on top, set translucent, close window
Turn off monitor or notebook display and Eject cdrom drives
Shutdown/restart/hibernate/suspend your computer
Can use single keys such as function keys instead of combination hotkeys
Display list of configured hotkeys on screen by pressing a hotkey
Extend features by using plugins
Designed for Windows Vista and optimized for laptop usage
Easy to use - Office 2007 look and feel