.AHK File Extension

AutoHotkey Script File

An AHK file is an AutoHotkey script. AHK is a text file format used by AutoHotkey application for automating GUI tasks. AHK files can be edited manually, but the process requires AutoHotkey scripting ...

General Information

Title AHK File Extension
Extension .ahk
Full Form AutoHotkey Script File
File Type Script File
Developer AutoHotkey Foundation
MIME Type text/plain

File Function

Primary Function Automate tasks
Additional Functions Create hotkeys, Create macros
Features Scripting language, Event-driven

File Characteristics

Quality Text based
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Task Automation Yes
Workflow Enhancement Yes
Gaming Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Malicious scripts
Best Practices Script review, Safe sourcing

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2003
Latest Version 1.1.33.10 (2021)

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .exe, .bat, .cmd

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
AutoHotkey Free Windows
Notepad++ Free Windows
Sublime Text Free, Paid Windows, Mac, Linux