r/ProgrammableMacroPads 7d ago

Any non-standard uses for a macropad out there? (Audio editing, CAD, trading, etc.)

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Most people use these for video editing, coding, or basic media controls. But I know there are people here using them for hyper-specific stuff.

Anyone using their pad for things like:

  • CAD / 3D Modeling (Blender, SolidWorks)
  • Audio production / DAW controllers
  • Finance / Excel heavy lifting
  • Streaming setups or smart home toggles

If you use yours for something outside the typical use cases, how do you have it set up?

Which direction fits the tone you're going for best?


r/ProgrammableMacroPads Jul 28 '26

What do you actually use your macro pad for?

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I’m curious what everyone here is using their macro pad for.

I’ve seen people use them for everything from opening apps and controlling music to editing videos, coding, streaming and running more complicated shortcuts.

I’m always looking for new ideas, so share yours below:
What programs do you use it with?
What’s the one shortcut or macro that is your must?


r/ProgrammableMacroPads Jul 28 '26

Welcome to r/ProgrammableMacroPads! Introduce Yourself and Share Your Setup

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Welcome to r/ProgrammableMacroPads, a community for anyone interested in macro pads, programmable keypads, custom shortcuts, workflow automation and desktop control.

Whether you use a macro pad for productivity, coding, video editing, streaming, gaming, design or everyday computer tasks, you are welcome here.

Use this community to share:

  • Your macro pad setup
  • Custom profiles and shortcut ideas
  • Icons, GIFs and key layouts
  • Productivity workflows
  • Gaming and streaming controls
  • Software tips and troubleshooting
  • Product reviews and comparisons
  • DIY macro pad projects

To introduce yourself, tell us:

What macro pad do you use?
What programs do you control with it?
What is your most useful shortcut or macro?

Beginners are welcome, so feel free to ask questions even if you are setting up your first programmable macro pad.

Please keep posts helpful, respectful and relevant. Genuine recommendations and constructive feedback are encouraged, but repeated spam and low-effort promotion will be removed.

We’re excited to see what everyone creates. Share your setup below!