08-27-2004, 11:00 AM
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Editor Emeritus
Join Date: Sep 2006
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Calling All Calligrapher Users
I don't want to start another long debate about which Pocket PC input method is the best, but I just want to state that I really, really like PhatWare's Calligrapher. For me, it makes text entry fast and accurate.
One of the features I've always liked about Calligrapher is its macro-like PenCommander module. At its basic level, PenCommander allows users to create shortcuts for frequently-entered text strings. At its most extensive level, PenCommander allows users to build fairly sophisticated macros that can include everything from mathematical formulas to dialog calls. The thing is, I've never really taken full advantage of Calligrapher's more sophisticated macro-building capabilities.
So, if any of you other Calligrapher users out there have any macros or shortcuts that you think are kinda unique and/or useful, why don't you post them here so we can all seem them? And, hey, I'll tell you what...I'll even give the reader who posts the coolest (as defined and determined by our fine panel of cosmopolitan judges) Calligrapher macro a cool little prize!
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08-27-2004, 02:10 PM
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Ponderer
Join Date: Dec 2006
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While one of the more common uses of PenCommander is to create macros to ease data input, I have used PenCommander to create several macros to automate repetitive tasks involving other applications.
- Turn On/Off WiFi
Dial GPRS Connection via BT
Switch Network Profile - Home, Work or Bluetooth
Each of the above are things I do often but take a lot of clicks and are a pain to have to do.
With PenCommander, you can call a macro via the command line. I created seperate shortcut files for each macro and associated a unique icon with each. I then have them placed on my Today screen using Battery Bar Pro.
I believe the PenCommander is a great tool for automating so many things. I am amazed at the functionality it contains.
Rob
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08-27-2004, 02:53 PM
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I'm really looking forward to this thread. I too have been using Calligrapher forever, but haven't used the extensibility beyond making some text phrases easier. My favorite feature is the pop-up full keyboard. With that at my disposal, and the ability to set Calligrapher as the default SIP, I forget the others even exist. Can't wait for some of the great ideas I know are going to show up here. I may have to go back and read the instructions to see how you do some of those things
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08-27-2004, 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Sven
My favorite feature is the pop-up full keyboard.
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I like the keyboard, too. I also like the customizable toolbar, where you can put icons for cutting, pasting, etc. Even though there are Calligrapher gestures cutting and pasting, I use the icons. Plus, I REALLY like the ESC key you can put on the toolbar. I get so frustrated with applications like Calendar where you can't easily cancel things like completing a form. With the ESC button, you can.
This also reminds me that I ought to see if the folks at PhatWare have anything to add...
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08-27-2004, 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by robshobs
I created seperate shortcut files for each macro and associated a unique icon with each.
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Can you give me a quick explanation of how to create such a shortcut? I'm a pretty novice pencommander user, really not having the time to play with it much. I think I will now though...
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08-27-2004, 03:29 PM
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Intellectual
Join Date: Mar 2004
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Originally Posted by Sven
I'm really looking forward to this thread. I too have been using Calligrapher forever, but haven't used the extensibility beyond making some text phrases easier. My favorite feature is the pop-up full keyboard. With that at my disposal, and the ability to set Calligrapher as the default SIP, I forget the others even exist. Can't wait for some of the great ideas I know are going to show up here. I may have to go back and read the instructions to see how you do some of those things |
Absolutely!
I use the basic commands often to enter repetative text like call, re:, Pick up, Don't forget to, etc. and love the ability to enter them quickly. But as far as more complex I have launch PI and that is about it! I would love to see how people are using this option!
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08-27-2004, 03:40 PM
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Pupil
Join Date: Jul 2002
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A simple pencommander macro that I use in PocketIE enters :-
www..com
then leaves the cursor between the two dots, ready to type in a web site address.
You have to use the advance mode for this.
It's pretty simple but one I use very often.
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08-27-2004, 03:47 PM
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Pupil
Join Date: Mar 2002
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Originally Posted by robshobs
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That's a great idea, could you post the macro for how to do this?
Thanks in advance,
Aaron
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08-27-2004, 04:23 PM
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Intellectual
Join Date: Mar 2004
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Here is one. Lets say you email someone frequently. This macro opens inbox, starts a new email message, fills in the email address and subject field, Types a greeting on the first line and leaves the cursor ready for you to type your message. I found I had to play with the <#Delay> length a bit to get it to work reliably.
//Open mail client
<#Start>"tmail.exe"
<#Delay>3000
<#BtnClick>14,306
<#Delay>3000
<#Type>[email protected]
<#Delay>100
<#BtnClick>72,52
<#Type>Daily Status Update
<#Delay>100
<#BtnClick>5,70
<#BtnRlse>5,70
<#Type>Hello Bill,<*return>
<*return>
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08-27-2004, 04:25 PM
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Ponderer
Join Date: Dec 2006
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I'm tied up at work. Sometime this weekend, I'll post my PenCommander macros, intructions for creating a shortcut and how to associate an icon.
Rob
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