RetroArch – Emulate Touch Script (Save & Load Mouse Position)

This guide will show you how to use a script to emulate touch screen functionality in RetroArch with AutoHotkey Script. The script enables you to save the mouse position and quickly move to that position using a specific keys combinations.

Step 1: Complie the Script

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Copy the code and save it as .ahk

#NoEnv
SetWorkingDir %A_ScriptDir%
CoordMode, Mouse, Screen

; Variabili per le coordinate
MouseX1 := 0
MouseY1 := 0
MouseX2 := 0
MouseY2 := 0

!F1::
    MouseGetPos, MouseX1, MouseY1
    MsgBox, Posizione 1 salvata: X=%MouseX1%, Y=%MouseY1%
    return

!F2::
    MouseGetPos, MouseX2, MouseY2
    MsgBox, Posizione 2 salvata: X=%MouseX2%, Y=%MouseY2%
    return

!F3::
    MouseGetPos, MouseX3, MouseY3
    MsgBox, Posizione 3 salvata: X=%MouseX3%, Y=%MouseY3%
    return

!F4::
    MouseGetPos, MouseX4, MouseY4
    MsgBox, Posizione 4 salvata: X=%MouseX4%, Y=%MouseY4%
    return

F1::
    MouseMove, MouseX1, MouseY1, 0
    MouseClick, left, MouseX1, MouseY1, 2
	sleep 10
	MouseClick, left, MouseX1, MouseY1, 2
    sleep 10
    return

F2::
    MouseMove, MouseX2, MouseY2, 0
	MouseClick, left, MouseX2, MouseY2, 2
	sleep 10
	MouseClick, left, MouseX2, MouseY2, 2
    sleep 10
    return

F3::
    MouseMove, MouseX1, MouseY3, 0
    MouseClick, left, MouseX3, MouseY1, 2
    sleep 10
	MouseClick, left, MouseX3, MouseY1, 2
    sleep 10
    return

F4::
    MouseMove, MouseX4, MouseY4, 0
	MouseClick, left, MouseX4, MouseY4, 2
	sleep 10
	MouseClick, left, MouseX4, MouseY4, 2
    sleep 10
    return

Step 2: Configuring the Script

• Launch RetroArch as bordless window
• Assign a key combination, such as ALT + F(N) {F1 to F4} to save the mouse screen location

Step 3: Utilizing the Script

To swiftly move the cursor to the saved position and click on the screen, press the designated KEY
{F1 to F4}.

Note: Please carefully follow the script’s configuration and usage instructions. Keep in mind that touch screen emulation may not be perfect and can vary depending on the specific game and operating system.

Conclusion

The touch screen emulation script in RetroArch provides a convenient solution for gamers who wish to emulate touch screen functionality, even without a physical touch screen.

This method offers a faster and more efficient approach to executing certain functions that would typically be cumbersome with a traditional touch screen.