| Version | 1.4 |
|---|---|
| Publisher | MySoCo.com |
| Release date | Nov 7, 2008 |
| Date added | Nov 23, 2005 |
| Os requirements | Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows, Windows XP |
| Requirements | Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1, Windows 98/Me/2000/XP/2003 Server |
| Total downloads | 3,042 |
| Price | Free |
Description
PCSpeedDialer 2005 is a hotkey utility. PCSpeedDialer 2005 Features: - Configure any key combination to open any file, document, Web site or application; - Specify additional parameters for opening applications (advanced users); - Integrates with Windows Explorer to provide easy right-click access for adding hotkeys; - Use the On-Screen Notification to see information about a hotkey every time the hotkey is used. The software is now given away as 100% freeware. Updated help file and screenshots. Version 1.4 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
Review
Hot-key utilities don't get much simpler than PCSpeedDialer, though competing utilities offer more features. Similar to other programs of this type, PCSpeedDialer installs in the system tray and provides hot-key access to your most frequently used programs and files. It also offers hot-key access to Internet addresses. You don't get much guidance with this latter feature, however, beyond what's provided in the basic help file. We think PCSpeedDialer could benefit from a few prepopulated hot-key entries to get novice users started. We also note that PCSpeedDialer can't launch programs using special mouse clicks, nor does it support multicharacter shortcuts (aliases). It stretches a huge notification window across the bottom of the screen each time you use a hot key, but you can easily disable this feature. Folks seeking a no-nonsense hot-key application might take a look at this one, but more feature-rich options are available.
