Type clipboard content as native keystrokes to bypass paste restrictions in RDP, VNC, and blocked fields. Features accessibility support and smart text formatting.
Publisher’s description
What is ClipType?
ClipType is an open-source system utilitie program for Windows from Ahmed Samy. It is written in AutoHotkey.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as Portable. It runs without installation (portable).
Updates and version history
The current version is 2.0.0, released on April 29, 2026. 2 versions are listed since January 30, 2026, each with links to its own installer files.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (ahmedthebest31/ClipType) has 13 stars. Similar programs include AutoHotkey, Bazel and osquery.
Project description on GitHub: “A cross-platform utility (Windows, Linux, macOS) that pastes clipboard content by simulating native keystrokes. Useful for bypassing restricted input fields and improving accessibility compatibility.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Portable: runs without installation
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: ClipType is an open-source system utilitie tool for 64-bit PCs.
Is ClipType safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
D2C1BAD8F4A796B8AF2A1E8BE2F10ECD4048C835F848CF803CD228FFF4A7320C· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 2 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0.0Latest | April 29, 2026 | — | 64-bit Portable |
| 1.0.0 | January 30, 2026 | — | 64-bit Portable |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id AhmedSamy.ClipType -eProgram files (.exe): cliptype.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Ahmed Samy
- Category
- System utilities
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/ahmedthebest31/ClipType
- Written in
- AutoHotkey
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- Portable
- Version
- 2.0.0
- Released
- April 29, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- February 3, 2026
- Versions listed
- 2
- GitHub stars
- 13
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- AhmedSamy.ClipType
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is ClipType free?
Yes. ClipType is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is ClipType safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install ClipType with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Does ClipType run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of ClipType?
The versions page lists all 2 versions with links to their official installer files, back to January 30, 2026.
Can I use ClipType without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.
What are alternatives to ClipType?
AutoHotkey, Bazel, osquery, Stretchly and LocalSend. The alternatives page compares them.
