Keyboard Input buttons to launch apps via home remote

[Planter]

I’m trying to trigger keyboard hotkeys to launch application through clickable buttons in the home remote. I’ve tried a bit of research but could’nt uncover any info or run a script successfully. I’m using the Windows 10 desktop software. Hoping for a bit of help if this is even possible.

Thanks!

[bill (Bill Venhaus)]

You’re trying to emulate keyboard presses with Home Remote?

That’s not possible. To launch a 3rd party app you’ll need to use a MethodAction of App OpenUri. Many Windows 10 applications can be launched with a URI. For example, to launch the Netflix app set the Parameters on the Action to netflix://

[bill (Bill Venhaus)]

Check out MCE Controller. I believe you can use it to send keyboard input.

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