41IP Softphone 2050 User GuideChapter 7IP Softphone 2050 macrosAbout macros with the IP Softphone 2050Use the IP Softphone 2050 to enter macros. A macro is a sequence of keystrokes that you can useto automate repetitive actions. For example, you can program a macro that selects a particulartelephone line and then dials a telephone number automatically, or a macro that ensures a certainnumber is always dialed out on a particular telephone line.To access the IP Softphone 2050 Macro Settings menu from the Call Control window, click File >Settings > MacrosAll macros are listed in the Macros Settings window. You can also access macros by selectingKeys > Macros.Entering a macroYou can enter a macro to automate a procedure or repetitive action.To enter a macro1 Open the Settings window. For details, refer to“Opening the Settings window” on page 47.2 Select Macros.The Macros settings dialog box opens.3 ClickThe New Macros dialog box opens.4 Enter the name of your new macro.5 Create the macro using a combination of the following:• To enter numbers, click the dialpad.• Select the actions you want from the Keys menu, and then click Add.6 To add the new macro to the list, click Apply.7 To exit the Macros dialog box, click OK.Note: Use the Pause action to introduce a half-second delay in themacro—a requirement for some Interactive Voice Response applicationsand voicemail systems.
