SlickRun

Free plan Windows

What SlickRun is

SlickRun is a free floating command-line utility for Windows that opens programs and websites through typed commands. You create MagicWords, which are memorable aliases such as MAIL for launching a mail program. Entering a web URL opens it in a browser. The utility can start several programs with a few keystrokes, jot notes, and look up definitions. Autocomplete is intended to keep typing to roughly two or three characters. SlickRun is built around memorable words rather than arbitrary hotkey combinations. Its JOT command collects text dropped from almost any program, saves it automatically, and supports incremental search. Built-in commands include ADD, CORNER, HELP, HIDE, JOT, QUIT, SAVEPOS, and SETUP. The maker lists Windows XP through Windows 11, in 32-bit and 64-bit versions. SlickRun can run from a flash drive, store data locally, and import or export MagicWord packs.

Who it suits

SlickRun suits Windows users who want typed aliases for launching programs, opening URLs, running workflows, or collecting notes. It also fits people who prefer memorable words to arbitrary keyboard shortcuts.

What it does well

Free Windows utility
Custom MagicWord command aliases
Autocomplete reduces typing
JOT saves dropped text
Portable flash-drive use

What to know first

Windows-only platform
Shared shortcuts may have missing targets
No free trial listed

Plans

Plan	Billed and limits	Price
SlickRun	Free floating command line utility for Windows	Free

As bayden.com lists them, read 9 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.

Verdict

SlickRun combines typed program launching, web access, workflow commands, and note capture in a free Windows utility. Its portable mode and shortcut sharing add flexibility, while shared MagicWords can depend on matching program locations.

Facts from SlickRun's own pages

Autocomplete: The maker says autocomplete means users will rarely type more than two or three characters. · bayden.com, 9 Oct 2026
Built-in commands: Built-in commands include ADD, CORNER, HELP, HIDE, JOT, QUIT, SAVEPOS, and SETUP. · bayden.com, 9 Oct 2026
Founded: 1998 · bayden.com, 28 Sept 2026
Help and community: The maker provides online help and a community where users can discuss SlickRun and share MagicWord packs. · bayden.com, 9 Oct 2026
Installer and signature: The maker says the installer is about 1.2 MB and digitally signed by Eric Lawrence. · bayden.com, 9 Oct 2026
Jot notes: JOT collects dropped text from almost any program, saves its content automatically, and supports incremental text search. · bayden.com, 9 Oct 2026
MagicWords: Users can create command aliases called MagicWords, such as using MAIL to launch a mail program. · bayden.com, 9 Oct 2026
Not a hotkey launcher: The maker says SlickRun is designed around typing memorable words rather than using arbitrary keyboard shortcuts. · bayden.com, 9 Oct 2026
Other tasks: SlickRun can run multiple programs in a few keystrokes, jot a note, and look up a definition. · bayden.com, 9 Oct 2026
Portable use: The advanced help says SlickRun can run from a flash drive and can use a local file to store its data alongside the program. · bayden.com, 9 Oct 2026
Sharing shortcuts: Users can import and export MagicWord packs, but a shared shortcut may not work if its target program is missing or installed elsewhere. · bayden.com, 9 Oct 2026
Web links: Typing a web URL into SlickRun launches a browser and navigates to that address. · bayden.com, 9 Oct 2026
What it does: SlickRun is a free floating command line utility for Windows that gives quick access to programs and websites. · bayden.com, 9 Oct 2026
Windows support: The download page lists Windows XP, 2003, Vista, 2008, Windows 7, 8.x, 10, and 11, in 32-bit and 64-bit versions. · bayden.com, 9 Oct 2026

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