robotjs
Node.js native addon for cross-platform desktop automation, controlling mouse, keyboard, and reading screen pixels.
What is robotjs?
RobotJS is a Node.js native addon that enables desktop automation by programmatically controlling the mouse, keyboard, and reading screen pixels. It solves the problem of automating repetitive desktop tasks across macOS, Windows, and Linux using JavaScript, providing a cross-platform alternative to tools like AutoHotkey.
Node.js developers who need to automate desktop interactions for testing, scripting, or building automation tools, particularly those transitioning from Windows AutoHotkey scripts to cross-platform solutions.
Developers choose RobotJS because it brings native, high-performance desktop automation to Node.js with a simple API, cross-platform support, and the ability to leverage JavaScript's ecosystem for automation workflows.
Overview
Node.js Desktop Automation.
Use Cases
Best For
- Automating repetitive mouse and keyboard tasks in desktop applications
- Building cross-platform automation scripts for testing or productivity
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