ActionPad is a versatile app that allows you to create custom control panels to remotely control applications on your computer. With this app, you can easily execute keystrokes, move your mouse pointer, launch applications, open files, control media, and much more, all with just a tap of a button.

To fully utilize ActionPad, you need to install the ActionPad Server desktop software on your computer. This software is compatible with both macOS and Windows, ensuring that you can use ActionPad regardless of your operating system.

With ActionPad, you can create panels that contain buttons and other objects, allowing you to simulate keyboard and mouse input, open files and URLs, and customize the appearance of buttons and panel objects. The app offers grid and dynamic panel types, giving you infinite customization possibilities.

One of the standout features of ActionPad is the ability to create macros. You can combine multiple actions to create simple or complex macros that can be executed with just one tap of a button. Additionally, you can have buttons send continuous keyboard and mouse input as you hold them down.

If you're not keen on creating your own control panel, ActionPad offers a Community Panels Hub where users can upload and share panels they've created. This allows you to download and use pre-created panels for your favorite desktop apps. You can also export your own panels and share them via email, AirDrop, or other mediums.

Whether you need a control panel for quick access to tools in Photoshop, additional shortcuts for music production software, controls for a space simulation game, or a remote control for your streaming setup, ActionPad provides endless possibilities for creating and controlling custom control panels.