Stream Deck Add-ons to Boost Your Productivity

If you’re looking for a way to simplify your daily tasks and increase your efficiency, Stream Deck could be the perfect solution. With its versatile functionality, you can customize the buttons to quickly access the tools and apps you need. Whether you’re a content creator or a professional in your field, this device can change the way you approach daily tasks and significantly increase your productivity.

Stream Deck may be great for productivity, but you may find that the included software is somewhat limited. That’s where the available add-ons come in. They allow Stream Deck to integrate with apps and services, expanding its functionality. All of these Stream Deck add-ons can help boost your productivity. Check out which Elgato Stream Deck model should you buy?

1. Win Tools

Win ToolsAs the name suggests, it is a Windows-based add-on for Stream Deck that brings many built-in Windows functions to your toolkit. These include:

1. Popular to-do app.
2. Device-based volume control.
3. Enable and disable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
4. Keyboard control.
5. Brightness adjustments.
6. Start or stop individual Windows services.
7. Switch power plans.
8. Check network status.

The extension uncovers settings buried deep within Windows and makes them available via Stream Deck. Instead of digging through menus and apps, you can assign these actions to an always-ready button.

2. SuperMacro

SuperMacro It is a macro add-on for Stream Deck that can emulate both mouse and keyboard. It has some advanced functionality that allows you to create quite complex macros.

Macros are a great way to save time when performing repetitive tasks as they can bind multiple keystrokes to a single key. SuperMacro has five options available for you to choose from:

1. Super Macro: Creates a macro and runs it when the button is pressed. This is the most basic implementation of the plugin.
2. Super Macro Toggle: Switches between two macros on the same key.
3. Sticky Super MacroThe macro starts running as soon as the button is pressed, and continues running in a loop until the button is pressed again or the loop ends.
4. Keystroke PTT: This action limits the macro to a single command or key that continues to run as long as the key is pressed.
5. Sticky Keystroke: Same as using Keystroke PTT, except the macro runs until the key is pressed again or the loop ends.

Some basic usage examples of macros include:

1. Open Windows Explorer and navigate to a specific folder to perform a specific action.
2. Calculate something using Windows Calculator.
3. Read text from the clipboard and copy it to the Stream Deck or another application.
4. Scroll or move the mouse.
5. Find and replace characters in text.

Macros can get a bit complicated once you start working with them. However, the plugin comes with well organized documents It explains all the commands, variables, and functions you can use. It also includes usage examples to help you get started.

3. Windows Mover & Resizer

If you find yourself struggling to move and resize windows while working, this extension will be a lifesaver. During a busy workday, it's easy to lose track of windows as you keep opening and closing multiple applications. Windows Mover & Resizer Help with that.

The extension allows you to set specific desktop coordinates and window sizes with the click of a button. You can also resize, minimize, maximize, or make the current window the top of the desktop, across multiple monitors.

For example, before I start recording OBS, I like to have OBS and Notepad side by side on my second screen, and Windows auto-alignment doesn’t quite solve the problem. With this add-on, I can set window coordinates and sizes with the click of a button.

Specifying X and Y coordinates and window sizes can be a bit of a hassle when you first try using the plugin. Fortunately, it reports the location and size of the current window you're trying to place with a click of a button, so you don't have to manually calculate pixels. As it explains: Addition documents A step-by-step tutorial to help you.

4. Tomato Timer

One of the best ways to stay productive longer is to use the Pomodoro technique. However, it generally requires a timer so you can track the time you spend working and take breaks.

Here comes the role of Tomato TimerIt's a plugin that provides a simple, configurable timer for your work and intervals that you can assign to a key on the Stream Deck. It features three built-in clock sounds, but you can use your own MP3 files instead. The plugin also lets you switch between seven color palette themes.

It’s quick and easy to set up and you can even configure the timer’s behavior based on how you press the timer key. Tomato Timer is cross-platform, meaning you can use it with your Stream Deck on both Windows and macOS. Check out our comprehensive guide on how to install Windows on your Steam Deck.

5. Slack

Slack It’s one of the most important messaging apps that many workplaces use. However, in larger organizations, where you can have dozens of channels and even more direct messages, it can be difficult to keep track of things. Navigation can also be a big challenge.

If you’re having a hard time keeping track of important information in Slack, the Slack extension for Stream Deck can be a great help. You can assign direct messages, group direct messages, and channels to individual keys, making it easier to navigate. You can also pause notifications and see online notification statuses at a glance.

Of course, you still get all the customization benefits that Stream Deck offers, which means you can set custom alerts and assign custom icons and labels for easy identification.

6. Windows Gizmos

Windows Gizmos A collection of quality of life actions for Windows 10 and beyond. Combined with Win Tools, it can give you near-total control over Windows directly from the Stream Deck.

With the push of a button, you can do things like:

1. Enable and disable HDR feature.
2. Show/hide desktop icons.
3. Change window display modes.
4. Set custom notifications.
5. Empty the trash.
6. Move apps between screens.
7. Open Task Manager.
8. Clear clipboard history.
9. Close or open applications.
10. Run applications as administrator.

Similar to Win Tools, Windows Gizmos doesn’t require a lot of setup, so you should be up and running in no time. Just grab the add-on from Elgato’s online marketplace, map the keys where you want them, add some customization, and you’re good to go.

7. HWiNFO

If you would like to use HWiNFO To monitor system resources, temperatures, and all the other information the app provides, this is the perfect companion add-on for you. The add-on allows you to read sensor data from HWiNFO and display it on your Stream Deck. Keep in mind that this is a third-party add-on and is not associated with the official HWiNFO64 app.

You'll need to make sure HWiNFO is running in the background, and there's a small setup process, but Addition documents It clearly details what to do, so it's not a lot of work. Once set up, you can choose which sensor, which reading, and even the temperature range to display on the Stream Deck. You can now check out the guide to checking and testing your computer for faulty components to detect and fix problems.