How to automate a Java GUI ?

Question

Is there a way to write a script on windows to automatically run a Java GUI and place a file name in the text box? I don't have access to the source code of this GUI, so need an external tool to be able to automate this process. I would appreciate any recommendations for free tools or scripts which I can use.

Answer 1

Try:

1. AutoIt
2. AutoHotKey

Answer 2

Can you use the java.awt.Robot for this kind of thing?

Answer 3

You could also check out Marathon, an automation framework for Java GUIs. I've been able to get it to work with Java apps w/out access to their source, though it might be a little overkill for the task you are attempting :)