How do I create a program that presses a key in C++?

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I am trying to create a macro program in C++. The program is supposed to press the H key once in every 10 seconds. I have got the timing functions already, but how do I make it hit a key? So while the program runs, if I go to Notepad and leave it there, it would type "hhhhhhhh(...)"

Thanks!

possible duplicate of [How to simulate a key press in C++](http://stackoverflow.com/questions/5607849/how-to-simulate-a-key-press-in-c) — Deanna, May 29 '12 at 09:43

score 6 · Answer 1 · edited May 23 '17 at 12:04

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A quick search turns up this question has been answered before: How to simulate a key press in C++

Their accepted answer was to use SendInput()

It completely depends on your idea in mind, but i personnaly find that if i want to make some kind of macro program AutoIt is THE way to go.

edited May 23 '17 at 12:04

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answered May 28 '12 at 19:18

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How do I create a program that presses a key in C++?

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