TinyTask: Record. Play. Repeat. That’s It.
What is TinyTask?
TinyTask is exactly what it sounds like — a micro-sized tool that records mouse and keyboard actions and replays them. No scripting. No bloated interface. Just one small `.exe` file that does one thing really well: automation by recording what you do.
It’s been around for years, and despite looking like something out of the Windows XP era, it’s still surprisingly useful. Especially when the task is so repetitive you could do it blindfolded — think: clicking through the same menus, filling out identical forms, or launching a sequence of apps in a specific order.
Sometimes you don’t need logic. You don’t need conditions. You just need your hands to stop doing the same dumb thing 20 times a day. That’s where TinyTask fits.
How It Works
Open the app, hit “Record,” do whatever needs to be done, then stop. That’s your macro. Hit “Play,” and it’ll repeat the exact same set of keystrokes and mouse movements — pixel-perfect, time delays included.
You can save recordings as `.rec` files, or compile them into standalone `.exe` files that work on other machines. Since everything is stored as raw input playback, there’s no logic engine under the hood — it just does exactly what you recorded, nothing more, nothing less.
Useful? Absolutely — especially for GUI-heavy apps, old internal systems, or quick workarounds when scripting isn’t possible or worth the time.
Tiny Feature Set, Big Practical Use
| Feature | What It Actually Means |
| Macro Recorder | Tracks all mouse clicks, keyboard input, and timing between actions |
| Playback Tool | Repeats the recorded actions with pixel-level accuracy |
| Portable App | Runs without install; under 40 KB in size |
| Hotkey Support | Start/stop recording or playback with custom key combos |
| Loop Options | Can loop macros indefinitely or a set number of times |
| EXE Compilation | Save recordings as standalone executable files |
How to Use It (Takes Seconds)
1. Download TinyTask
Get it from the official site or trusted mirrors — it’s just a tiny `.exe`.
2. Run It
No installation needed. Just double-click.
3. Record Something
Press the record button (or use the hotkey), perform your task, and stop recording.
4. Play It Back
Click “Play” and watch it mimic exactly what you did.
5. Save or Export
Save the macro if needed — or compile it as an `.exe` and run it anywhere.
When It Actually Helps
– Repeating a test sequence in a GUI app that doesn’t expose APIs
– Automating form submissions in old corporate tools with zero automation support
– Clicking through licensing wizards or installers during provisioning
– Launching a daily workflow that takes 10 clicks every morning
– Making quick demos or UI click-throughs for non-technical staff
TinyTask doesn’t scale, and it’s not smart. But it works — and sometimes that’s all that matters.
Compared to the Bigger Names
| Tool | Strengths | Limitations |
| TinyTask | Dead simple, no install, tiny footprint | No logic or conditions |
| Pulover’s Macro Creator | Visual interface, based on AutoHotkey | Heavier, more complex |
| AutoHotkey | Full scripting, powerful automation | Steep learning curve |
| Power Automate | Cloud flows, logic trees, app integration | Requires setup, not portable |
Why People Still Use It
There’s something refreshing about a tool that does exactly what it says, doesn’t ask for admin rights, doesn’t phone home, and doesn’t break after an update. TinyTask is that tool.
It won’t replace your automation stack. But it’ll save you five minutes here, ten minutes there — and those minutes add up. Especially when the alternative is doing the same dull clicks for the hundredth time.
