Sleep %startupTimeMs% Give iTunes some startup time WinShow, ahk_class iTunes Needed when iTunes is minimized to tray Activate the iTunes window, or start iTunes if it is not already running

Comment out the 'SoundPlay' line near the end of the script if you prefer silence.

The sound file I use is borrowed from the (excellent) folder synchonization application, FreeFileSync. The script plays a sound file and minimizes iTunes to the tray when the sync is done. The iTunes window appears only for a few seconds, then is minimized while the sync continues to run.

iTunes_Sync() The main function to call to sync your device.

iTunes_SyncIsRunning() Tests to see whether a sync is currently running.

iTunes_Activate() Activates the iTunes window, launching the application if it isn't already running.

There are three functions in the following code listing. This simple script makes it totally painless. Throughout the day I rely heavily on my iPhone's calendar to get me to my next meeting, so I sync multiple times per day to make sure the info is always current. Here are some simple functions you could use to automate syncing of your iOS devices iniTunes.

Itunes minimize to taskbar