MacroDroid - Device Automation

MacroDroid stands out as the premier automation app for Android, boasting over 10 million downloads. It simplifies the process of automating tasks on your Android smartphone or tablet, allowing you to create fully automated routines with just a few taps through its user-friendly interface.

Here are some ways MacroDroid can streamline your daily activities:

• Automatically reject incoming calls during scheduled meetings in your calendar.
• Enhance safety while commuting by converting incoming notifications and messages into speech and sending automated responses via email or SMS.
• Optimize your daily workflow by automatically turning on Bluetooth and starting music when you enter your car, or activating WiFi when you're near your home.
• Conserve battery life by dimming the screen and turning off WiFi when not needed.
• Save on roaming costs by automatically disabling data usage.
• Create custom sound and notification profiles tailored to your preferences.
• Set reminders for tasks using timers and stopwatches.

These examples barely scratch the surface of what MacroDroid can do to simplify your Android experience. The app operates through a simple three-step process:

1. Select a Trigger: This is the event that initiates your macro. MacroDroid provides over 80 triggers, including location-based cues (like GPS or cell towers), device status changes (such as battery level or app activity), sensor inputs (like shaking or light levels), and connectivity events (like Bluetooth, WiFi, and notifications). You can also set up a shortcut on your home screen or use the customizable MacroDroid sidebar.
2. Choose Actions: MacroDroid can execute over 100 different actions that you would normally perform manually. These include connecting to Bluetooth or WiFi, adjusting volume levels, speaking text (such as notifications or the current time), starting timers, dimming the screen, and running Tasker plugins, among others.
3. Configure Constraints (Optional): Constraints allow you to specify when the macro should run. For instance, you might want to connect to your company's WiFi only on workdays. MacroDroid offers over 50 types of constraints to fine-tune your automation.

MacroDroid is also compatible with Tasker and Locale plugins, expanding its capabilities even further.

For Beginners: MacroDroid features a wizard that guides you through setting up your first macros step by step. You can also start with a template from the template section and customize it to fit your needs. The built-in forum connects you with other users, making it easy to learn and master MacroDroid.

For More Experienced Users: MacroDroid offers advanced features such as Tasker and Locale plugin integration, system and user-defined variables, scripts, intents, and advanced logic like IF, THEN, ELSE clauses, and the use of AND/OR conditions. The free version of MacroDroid is ad-supported and allows up to 5 macros, while the Pro version, available for a small one-time fee, removes ads and supports an unlimited number of macros.

Support: For usage questions and feature requests, please use the in-app forum or visit www.macrodroidforum.com. To report bugs, use the 'Report a bug' option in the troubleshooting section.

Automatic File Backup: It's easy to set up macros to back up or copy your files to a specific folder on your device, an SD card, or an external USB drive.

Accessibility Services: MacroDroid utilizes accessibility services for certain features like automating UI interactions. The use of these services is entirely at the user's discretion, and no user data is ever obtained or logged from any accessibility service.

Wear OS: The app includes a Wear OS companion app for basic interaction with MacroDroid, though it is not a standalone app and requires the phone application to be installed.

What's New in the Latest Version 5.47.20

Last updated on Oct 23, 2024

Crash fixes