FAQ
A: No, SnapKey was not created to be a cheating software. We respect the decisions of game developers and will not attempt to bypass any restrictions or risk players getting banned.
A: No, SnapKey does not engage with game files. Here's a detailed breakdown of why this is the case:
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Keyboard Hooks and Input Handling: SnapKey uses a low-level keyboard hook (WH_KEYBOARD_LL) to intercept and modify keyboard input at the operating system level. These hooks monitor and potentially modify keyboard events (like key presses and releases) before they reach any application, including games. This means SnapKey operates at the level of the operating system's input system, not within the game's files or processes.
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Simulated Inputs: The SendKey function simulates key presses using the Windows SendInput API. This is again an OS-level feature that affects how input is delivered to applications, including games. This simulation does not involve accessing or modifying game files. It simply sends key events to the OS, which propagates them to the active application (like a game).
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Config File Management: SnapKey manages its own configuration files (config.cfg, backup.snapkey) to set up and restore key bindings. No game-related files are read, modified, or interacted with in this process.
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Anti-Cheat Implications: While SnapKey does not directly modify game files, its behavior (intercepting and simulating keyboard input) might still trigger scrutiny from anti-cheat systems used by games. These systems monitor for software that alters or automates input as part of their security protocols.
SnapKey's keyboard hook functionality is purely focused on intercepting and modifying input at the operating system level. It does not engage with game files or processes. However, its interaction with input may indirectly affect games by altering the way they receive and process input events.
A: No, SnapKey does not require an active internet connection to function. It operates locally on your system.
A: No, SnapKey does not collect any user/device/usage data. It is designed solely to manage keyboard inputs without tracking or storing any information.
A: To check the version of SnapKey you are using:
- Right-click on the SnapKey tray icon and select "Version Info."
A: To uninstall SnapKey:
- Locate SnapKey Folder: Find the folder where SnapKey is installed.
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Delete Files: Delete the entire folder, including the
SnapKey.exefile and any associated files.
A: To update SnapKey, visit the Release section on GitHub for the latest versions and updates.
