Copying a Number, Performing basic Mathematical Operations and Pasting

[farhan86a 0]

Hi,

I have semi auto-mated a task that generates random numbers in excel. However, I now need to perform basic mathematical operations on those numbers and paste them lets say on a notepad. To put it in steps, here is what I intend to achieve:

• To Copy a number from Excel (it can be from any other application too such as Word or even Notepad)
• Store it somewhere in my AutoIT application
• Perform basic mathematical operations on this stored number
• Paste the new number in Notepad (or any other document processing application)

I know how to get the number copied from Excel by just sending (Ctrl+C) but I don't know where to store or bring it to AutoIT for further processing and then pasting it say on notepad. I would really be glad if somebody can show me some ray of hope.

[farhan86a 0]

Well I did it. But I know it is an alternative. I automated the entire process by copying and pasting it to calculator and then copying and pasting the numbers wherever I intend to. Can someone guide to a much easier solution? Thanks to those who gave it a look!

Cheers!

[BrewManNH 1,305]

If you just need a random number, look at the Random() function, unless there's a burning need to use an external program for this.