Discover the top automation app for Android, MacroDroid, with over 10 million downloads. MacroDroid simplifies task automation on your Android smartphone or tablet, enabling you to create fully automated tasks with just a few taps. Here's how MacroDroid can streamline your daily routines:
- Automatically reject incoming calls during meetings scheduled in your calendar.
- Enhance safety during your commute by having the app read your notifications and messages aloud using Text to Speech, while sending automated responses via email or SMS.
- Optimize your phone's daily workflow; for instance, turn on Bluetooth and start playing music as soon as you enter your car, or switch on WiFi when you're near your home.
- Save battery life by dimming the screen and turning off WiFi when not needed.
- Reduce roaming costs by automatically switching off your data connection.
- Create custom sound and notification profiles tailored to your preferences.
- Set reminders for various tasks using timers and stopwatches.
These examples barely scratch the surface of what MacroDroid can do to make your Android experience more efficient. The process is straightforward and involves three simple steps:
- Select a Trigger: Choose from over 80 triggers to start your macro, including location-based triggers (like GPS or cell towers), device status triggers (like battery level or app activity), sensor triggers (like shaking or light levels), and connectivity triggers (like Bluetooth, WiFi, or notifications). You can also create shortcuts on your homescreen or utilize the customizable Macrodroid sidebar.
- Select the Actions: MacroDroid offers over 100 actions to automate tasks you typically do manually, such as connecting to Bluetooth or WiFi, adjusting volume levels, speaking text for notifications or time, starting timers, dimming the screen, or running Tasker plugins.
- Optionally Configure Constraints: Constraints ensure your macro activates only when you want it to. For example, you can set specific times or days for the macro to run, perfect if you live near your workplace but only want to connect to the company's WiFi during work hours. MacroDroid provides over 50 constraint types.
MacroDroid is also compatible with Tasker and Locale plugins, expanding your automation capabilities even further.
For Beginners
MacroDroid features a user-friendly Wizard to guide you through setting up your first macros. You can also use pre-existing templates and customize them to fit your needs. The built-in forum connects you with other users for tips and support.
For More Experienced Users
For those seeking more advanced options, MacroDroid supports Tasker and Locale plugins, system/user-defined variables, scripts, intents, and advanced logic with IF, THEN, ELSE clauses, and AND/OR operations. The free version of MacroDroid is ad-supported and allows you to configure up to 5 macros, while the Pro version, available for a small one-time fee, removes all ads and enables unlimited macros.
Support
For any questions or feature requests, 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
MacroDroid makes it easy to set up macros for backing up your files to a specific folder on your device, an SD card, or an external USB drive.
Accessibility Services
MacroDroid utilizes accessibility services for automating UI interactions, and the use of these services is entirely at the user's discretion. No user data is ever collected or logged from any accessibility service.
Wear OS
The app includes a Wear OS companion app for basic interaction with MacroDroid, though it's 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, this version includes crash fixes to enhance your experience.
