No. 45of 107 ·Keyboard and Mouse Customization Software

X-keys MacroWorks

Windows

Freedom report

Two barsScore 6.7

Free tierA free tier is on its own pricing page
Runs widely1 of 6 device platforms
DocumentedPlans, terms and facts published

X-keys MacroWorks is ranked #45 of 107 in keyboard and mouse customization software on Freedom251, made by X-keys MacroWorks (Williamston, Michigan, USA). It runs on Windows. There is a free plan.

X-keys MacroWorks plans and pricing

All plans

MacroWorks Free Windows 7–11 · Requires Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8 · Software Mode requires MacroWorks installed and running piengineering.com · 11 Oct 2026

Compared on keyboard and mouse customization software

Free plan: Yes
Supported operating systems: windows
Macro support: Yes
Per-app profiles: Yes
Onboard device memory: Yes

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The record

Purpose: MacroWorks is free programming software for X-keys that supports all features on all current X-keys.
Key programming: Users can assign keystrokes, text strings, macros, shortcuts, game controller inputs, and backlighting to keys.
Application specific: MacroWorks can program different functions depending on the active application.
Scripts: The advanced features include a Script Editor for creating and editing custom scripts.
Other features: MacroWorks can insert Unicode characters, launch programs or open files and directories, combine mouse and keyboard functions, and create printable paper key legends.
Hardware Mode: Hardware Mode stores programming on the X-keys device so it can run without MacroWorks and work as a USB keyboard or mouse.
Software Mode: Software Mode stores programming on the computer and requires MacroWorks to be installed and running.
Supported operating system: The listed MacroWorks installer supports Windows 7–11 and requires Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8.
Integrations: X-keys works with applications that accept keyboard shortcuts or hotkeys, and the maker lists vMix, Central Control, and Fluid Prompter as examples of direct integrations.
Developer tools: PI Engineering provides free SDKs for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android for developers integrating X-keys into their software.
Privacy and security: The MacroWorks page links an End User License Agreement and a SHA-256 download hash; it does not state specific security or compliance certifications.
Support: The maker directs users who need help getting started to [email protected].
Intended users: PI Engineering recommends MacroWorks for most X-keys users, while describing its separate Basic Setup utility as suitable for system integrators and OEMs doing batch setups.
Price from: Free

Where it ranks on Freedom251

Best Keyboard and Mouse Customization Software in 2026#45 of 107

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Sources

piengineering.com/pages/macroworks· checked 11 Oct 2026
piengineering.com/pages/faq-x-keys· checked 11 Oct 2026