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CrossMacro vs xdotool: catalog facts
CrossMacroxdotool
Free

Free and open source under the GPL-3.0.

Free

Free, with source published on GitHub.

Linux, Command line Linux, Command line
  • Works on Wayland as well as X11
  • Macro recording, playback and scheduling
  • Simulates key presses, typing and mouse clicks from scripts
  • Finds and manipulates windows and desktops
  • Small project maintained by one developer
  • Works on X11 only, not native Wayland sessions
  • Command-line only, with no graphical interface
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: GPL-3.0-only License not stated
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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