MacroDroid - Device Automation

Number one automation app for Android - Over 10 million Downloads.

MacroDroid - Device Automation

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By: ArloSoft
Version: VARY (Last updated: 2024-11-14)
Creation date: 2012-05-18
Permissions
Device & app history:
  • retrieve system internal state
  • retrieve running apps
  • read sensitive log data
Identity: find accounts on the device
Calendar: read calendar events plus confidential information, add or modify calendar events and send email to guests without owners' knowledge
Contacts: find accounts on the device, read your contacts
Location: approximate location (network-based), precise location (GPS and network-based)
SMS:
  • read your text messages (SMS or MMS)
  • receive text messages (SMS)
  • send SMS messages
Phone:
  • directly call phone numbers
  • modify phone state
  • reroute outgoing calls
  • read call log
  • read phone status and identity
  • write call log
Photos/Media/Files: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Storage: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Camera: take pictures and videos
Microphone: record audio
Wi-Fi connection information: view Wi-Fi connections
Device ID & call information: read phone status and identity
Other:
  • bind to an accessibility service
  • allow Bluetooth pairing by Application
  • force stop other apps
  • update component usage statistics
  • status bar
  • modify battery statistics
  • modify secure system settings
  • receive data from Internet
  • view network connections
  • pair with Bluetooth devices
  • access Bluetooth settings
  • change system display settings
  • change network connectivity
  • connect and disconnect from Wi-Fi
  • disable your screen lock
  • expand/collapse status bar
  • control flashlight
  • full network access
  • close other apps
  • change your audio settings
  • control Near Field Communication
  • read sync settings
  • run at startup
  • set wallpaper
  • draw over other apps
  • use accounts on the device
  • control vibration
  • prevent device from sleeping
  • modify system settings
  • toggle sync on and off
  • set an alarm
  • install shortcuts
  • Google Play license check
  • read Google service configuration

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App summary

MacroDroid is the easiest way to automate tasks on your Android smartphone or tablet. Via the straightforward user interface MacroDroid makes it possible to build fully automated tasks in just a few taps.

A few examples of how MacroDroid can help you to get automated:

# Auto reject incoming calls when in a meeting (as set in your calendar).
# Increase safety while commuting by reading your incoming notifications and messages (via Text to Speech) and send automated responses via email or SMS.
# Optimize your daily workflow on your phone; switch on bluetooth and start playing music when you enter your car. Or switch on WiFi when near your house.
# Reduce battery drain (e.g. dim screen and switch Wifi off)
# Saving on roaming costs (automatically switch off your Data)
# Make custom sound and notification profiles.
# Remind you to do certain tasks using timers and stopwatches.

These are just a few examples out of limitless scenarios where MacroDroid can make your Android life a little easier. With only 3 simple steps this is how it works:

1. Select a Trigger.

The trigger is the cue for the macro to start. MacroDroid offers over 80 triggers to start your macro, i.e. location based triggers (like GPS, cell towers, etc), device status triggers (like battery level, app starting/closing), sensor triggers (like shaking, light levels, etc) and connectivity triggers (like Bluetooth, Wifi and Notifications).
You can also create a shortcut on the homescreen of your device or run using the unique and customizable Macrodroid sidebar.

2. Select the Actions you like to automate.

MacroDroid can perform over 100 different actions, that you typically would do by hand. Connect to your Bluetooth or Wifi device, select volume levels, speak text (like your incoming notifications or current time), start a timer, dim your screen, run Tasker plugin and many more.

3. Optionally: Configure Constraints.

Constraints help you to let the macro fire only when you want it to.
Living near your work, but only want to connect to your company's Wifi during work days? With a constraint you can select specific times or days that the macro can be invoked. MacroDroid offers over 50 constraint types.

MacroDroid is compatible with Tasker and Locale plugins to expand the range of possibilities even further.

= For beginners =

MacroDroid's unique interface offers a Wizard that guides step by step through the configuration of your first macros.
It is also possible to use an existing template from the template section and customize it to your needs.
The built-in forum allows you to get help from other users, allowing you to easy learn the ins and outs of MacroDroid.

= For more experienced users =

MacroDroid offers more comprehensive solutions like the use of Tasker and Locale plugins, system/user defined variables, scripts, intents, advance logic like IF, THEN, ELSE clauses, use of AND/OR

The free version of MacroDroid is ad-supported and allows you to configure up to 5 macros. The Pro version (a small one time fee) removes all adverts and allows an unlimited amount of macros.

= Support =

Please use the in-app forum for all usage questions and feature requests, or access via www.macrodroidforum.com.

To report bugs please use the built in 'Report a bug' option available via the troubleshooting section.

= Automatic file backup =

It's simple to construct macros to backup/copy your files to a specific folder on the device, an SD card or an external USB drive.

= Accessibility Services =

MacroDroid makes use of accessibility services for certain features like automating UI Interactions. use of accessibility services is entirely at the users discretion. No user data is ever obtained or logged from any accessibility service.

= Wear OS =

This app contains a Wear OS companion app for basic interaction with MacroDroid. This is not a standalone app and requires the phone application installed.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • User-friendly interface and ease of use
  • Comprehensive feature set and customization options
  • Effective customer support from the developer
  • Valuable automation capabilities that save time
  • One-time purchase for premium features at a reasonable price
Cons
  • Initial limitations with a 7-day trial period
  • Dependency on third-party plugins for certain functionalities
  • Performance issues and freezing reported with Android updates
  • Battery drain associated with running multiple macros
  • Inability to disable quick settings overrides for automation
Most mentioned
  • Positive user experience and automation possibilities
  • Issues with app functionality after Android updates
  • Need for additional plugins and dependencies
  • Battery usage concerns
  • High praise for customer support and app quality
User reviews
Too many gotchas, sorry. I downloaded this app to create a simple macro to reenable Wifi each day, if Wifi is off. Come to find out, the app EXPIRES after 7 days and the only ways to extend it are: pay $8 for the upgrade, or watch an ad every 3 days, forever. Then I tried to configure my macro and it told me it can no longer control wifi without downloading a third-party plugin, and launched a web link for me to download that. Nope nope nope! No thanks, nevermind. UI looked good, though.
by Jeremy Rousse, 2024-11-09

Fantastic app! Everything I use is built-in unlike Tasker, which is fragmented across plug-ins and microtransactions. I like MacroDroid so much I've left Tasker after 10+ years. The developer is extremely helpful, quick to reply, and polite. Premium is definitely worth it. I've bought two copies now and plan to make donations in the future. My most recent macro is turning on wireless debugging and launching and activating Shizuku. This is all done with MacroDroid without the need for a plug-in!
by David Colvin, 2024-10-31

A wonderfully user-friendly interface, comprehensive feature set (supporting just about anything you might want to do), rich documentation and active community make this app an absolute standout. It is stable and efficient, using very little battery in the background. No major issues to report, automation has never been so easy...and fun! Update 10/3/23 Ran into an issue and the dev worked promptly to troubleshoot. Turns out it was caused by a recent Android update. Great support!
by Ryan Gilkes, 2024-10-03
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