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ExtendScript Hotkey Manager

by Vakago Tools·Workflow

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Why we like it

Earns its place in the adobe_exchange library for mapping ExtendScript scripts and JSX files to hotkeys across the Adobe applications that support ExtendScript.

What is ExtendScript Hotkey Manager?

ExtendScript Hotkey Manager records and assigns custom hotkeys to ExtendScript scripts and JSX files, giving After Effects and Premiere Pro users a way to trigger automation scripts or simple ExtendScript commands with a key combination. A built-in script editor makes it easy to adapt and modify scripts inside the extension.

In Premiere Pro, you can assign hotkeys to control Lumetri Color settings such as contrast, exposure, shadows, highlights, and saturation. In Illustrator, hotkeys can trigger vector graphics automation, and in Photoshop they can automate image processing. The extension is compatible with every Adobe application that supports ExtendScript.

The tool requires administrative privileges, along with accessibility access on Mac to read hotkeys. If those permissions are restricted, you may need to contact your administrator to enable them. Built by Vakago Tools, it covers Adobe applications on version 23.0 and later, including Audition, Illustrator, and Photoshop.

Who is ExtendScript Hotkey Manager best for?

ExtendScript Hotkey Manager is best for adobe users who want to trigger ExtendScript scripts and JSX files through custom keyboard shortcuts.

How much does ExtendScript Hotkey Manager cost?

ExtendScript Hotkey Manager is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Records and assigns custom hotkeys to ExtendScript scripts and JSX files
  • Built-in script editor for adapting and modifying scripts
  • Triggers automation scripts or simple ExtendScript commands via key combinations
  • Compatible with every Adobe application that supports ExtendScript
  • In Premiere Pro, assigns hotkeys to Lumetri Color settings including contrast, exposure, shadows, highlights, and saturation

Tags

#ExtendScript#hotkeys#scripting#automation#JSX#Adobe#workflow

Frequently asked questions

Which Adobe applications does ExtendScript Hotkey Manager work with?

ExtendScript Hotkey Manager is compatible with every Adobe application that supports ExtendScript. The listed compatibility covers After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Audition on version 23.0 and later. Because it works through ExtendScript, you can record and assign hotkeys to scripts and JSX files in each of these applications. Examples include controlling Lumetri Color settings in Premiere Pro, triggering vector graphics automation in Illustrator, and automating image processing in Photoshop.

Does ExtendScript Hotkey Manager need special permissions on Mac?

ExtendScript Hotkey Manager requires administrative privileges to run, and on Mac it also needs accessibility access so it can read hotkeys. If either of these is unavailable in your setup, the tool may not function as expected. In managed or restricted environments, you may need to contact your administrator for help enabling the required permissions. For current setup guidance, check the developer's page at vakago-tools.com.

Can ExtendScript Hotkey Manager control Lumetri Color in Premiere Pro?

ExtendScript Hotkey Manager can assign hotkeys to control key Lumetri Color settings in Premiere Pro, including contrast, exposure, shadows, highlights, and saturation. Instead of manually adjusting these parameters or navigating through menus, you can tweak them with custom key combinations. This is one example of how the tool maps ExtendScript commands to hotkeys; it works the same way for scripts and JSX files across other supported Adobe applications.

Is ExtendScript Hotkey Manager free?

ExtendScript Hotkey Manager is listed as free in this catalog. For the most current licensing details and any terms tied to the extension, check the developer's page at vakago-tools.com. From there you can also confirm compatibility with your Adobe applications that support ExtendScript and review the setup requirements, including the administrative privileges and Mac accessibility access the tool needs to read hotkeys.

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