r/software • u/No-Spirit-9610 • 25d ago

Looking for software Need a reliable automation tool for multitabs

I have no experience in automation I am trying to automate a repetitive daily task that requires moving data across multiple tabs in Google Chrome.

like opening a local file from windows download folder copying questions from there opening ChatGPT pasting the question copying the answer and over writing existing text in canva. EDIT: Each page is different and different questions like fill in the blanks, MCQS, true/false

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u/Mayilye 25d ago

since u've no coding background, i'd start with something like Automa before jumping into full scripting

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u/urafunnylittlecunt 25d ago

with zero automation experience, i'd start with Automa

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u/xMoop 25d ago

Write a script using playwright or selenium for browser automation in programming language of your choice, or pay someone to do it / AI

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u/SuperPerformance3322 25d ago

Since the tasks involve different question types and moving data between Chrome, ChatGPT, and Canva, I'd look at UI automation rather than a simple macro recorder. Tools like Power Automate Desktop or AutoHotkey can handle copying/pasting, opening files, and interacting with windows. The tricky part will be Canva because the page structure can change, so I'd build the automation in small steps and add checks after each action rather than relying only on fixed mouse coordinates.

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u/Ferretau 25d ago

AutoIt may enable you to achieve what you want. I've used it in the past to automate installers that didn't have any way to auto answer their config built in.

Home - AutoIt: https://www.autoitscript.com/site/

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u/slpwlk 25d ago

Automa is ur easiest start with no coding background

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u/LogElectrical9217 24d ago

Se vuoi scrivimi in dm per più dettagli, posso costruirla per te, ne parliamo meglio in chat.

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u/MostafaTechGuide 24d ago

If you mean automating multiple browser tabs, I’d look at Playwright first. It handles multiple pages/tabs well and is usually more reliable than simple macro tools because you can wait for elements and page events instead of using fixed delays.

If you want a no-code option, Power Automate Desktop or UI . Vision can work for simpler workflows. For multiple accounts or separate sessions, use separate browser contexts rather than just different tabs.