In this class, you'll learn how easy, fun, and empowering it is to automate everything from text shortcuts to complete workflows. Using <a href="https://www.keyboardmaestro.com/main/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Keyboard Maestro</a> for Mac, you can eliminate mistakes, reduce repetitive tasks, and take back your time for what matters.
Not sure you need automation? Here are 3 quick examples of how I use Keyboard Maestro:
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<li>File Mover: When I plug in my Archive drive, Keyboard Maestro moves everything in my Mac's Completed folder to the archive. It happens so quickly that I don't even notice it.</li>
<li>Teacher's Helper: With one keystroke, Keyboard Maestro opens my university email, course materials, and grading queue; arranges the windows onscreen; and displays a clickable list of frequently used feedback comments.</li>
<li>Complex Work Setup: With one click, Keyboard Maestro downloads a .zip from my client's DropBox, unzips it, and deletes the files I don't need; displays a music keyboard on my MacBook's Touch Bar; launches four different files and a Web site in their respective applications; starts my task timer; and arranges the windows the way I need them.</li>
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Check out the Bonus Example videos for more ideas, including spreadsheet setup with formula-based conditional formatting and countless shortcuts in pro creative apps like Logic Pro, CS, etc. I'll help you find great ways to speed up your work, too! 
No programming is required, just a good understanding of your own work.
Why learn from me? I make a living with my Mac in the music business, so I know what it means to be a busy creative professional. Plus, I have 14 years' university teaching experience. Mac automation with Keyboard Maestro has improved my work quality – and my earnings – while making everyday tasks faster, more fluid, creative, and fun.
By the time you finish this class, you'll know how to:
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<li>launch multiple applications and websites with just a keystroke</li>
<li>use other types of triggers to kick off your automations, such as connecting to a specific wifi network</li>
<li>resize windows to precisely the size and position you prefer</li>
<li>choose any menu command from any app </li>
<li>auto-generate new automations by recording your onscreen actions</li>
<li>benefit from a bunch of tips, tricks, and best practices that will make your macros consistent and reliable – and you'll understand why they work.</li>
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You'll also have a Resources PDF (see the Projects &amp; Resources tab) that summarizes all lessons and includes helpful links and reference material.
To take this class, you just need your Mac and Keyboard Maestro. 
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<li>You can <a href="https://download.keyboardmaestro.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">download a free trial</a> of Keyboard Maestro <a href="https://download.keyboardmaestro.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">here</a>.</li>
<li>You can <a href="https://sites.fastspring.com/stairways/order/confirm" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">purchase Keyboard Maestro</a> for US$36 <a href="https://sites.fastspring.com/stairways/order/confirm" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">here</a>. It is the best $36 I've ever spent for my business.</li>
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I'm not affiliated with Stairways Software or Keyboard Maestro in any way. I just think it's a great product – and I bet you'll agree once you see what's possible.
I can't wait to show you what *you* can do with your Mac! Let's get started!

Introduction and Welcome!

Our Simple, Customizable Class Project

Let's Build Your First Macro!

Interface Pt. 1 - Super-Powerful Groups

Interface Pt. 2 - Low-Key Awesome Tools

Our 2nd Macro - Simplest Possible Class Project

Using WiFi as a Trigger

Giving Our Macro Options With If, Then, Else

Windows Where You Want Them

Rocking That Record Button as a Learning Tool

Thank you - and What's Next

Bonus Example - Google Sheets Conditional Formatting

Bonus Example - Dropbox & Drive File Mgmt

Bonus Example   - Music Production - Archive Project

Bonus Example - Google Sheets Work Prep

Keyboard Maestro Quickstart Resources-rev1.pdf

CK's Workday Startup macro

Easy, Powerful Mac Automation for Creative Pros Using Keyboard Maestro

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