System Requirements

Component	Requirement
Operating System	Windows 7 or higher (32-bit or 64-bit)
RAM	Minimum 2GB (4GB recommended)
Disk Space	100MB free space
Internet Connection	Required for license activation and validation

Installation Steps

1. Download: Obtain the IdleBuster Ultimate installer from the official website
2. Run Installer: Double-click the downloaded executable file
3. Follow Wizard: Complete the installation wizard steps
4. Launch Application: Start IdleBuster Ultimate from the Start Menu or desktop shortcut

License Activation

Upon first launch, you'll be presented with the activation window. Follow these steps:

Activation Steps

1. Enter the email address you used for purchase
2. Enter your license key (case-sensitive)
3. Click the "Activate" button
4. Wait 5-10 seconds for server validation

Step 1: Launch the Application

After successful activation, IdleBuster Ultimate runs in the background. You'll see the IdleBuster icon in your system tray (bottom-right corner of Windows taskbar).

Step 2: Choose Your Activity Mode

Option 1: Use Keyboard Shortcuts (Recommended)

• ALT + M - Activate mouse movement only
• ALT + K - Activate keyboard activity only
• ALT + S - Activate scroll activity only
• ALT + A - Activate ALL activities (recommended)

Option 2: Use Auto-Detect Mode (Set It and Forget It)

1. Right-click the IdleBuster icon in the system tray
2. Ensure "Auto-detect" has a checkmark next to it (enabled by default)
3. IdleBuster will automatically activate when your PC is idle for 90 seconds

Complete Feature Overview

1. Mouse Activity Simulation

Generates natural mouse cursor movements across your screen with randomized patterns.

• Movement Patterns: Random horizontal and vertical movements
• Speed Variation: Fast (100-250ms) and slow (1800-4000ms) modes
• Travel Distance: 10-150px vertical, 15-250px horizontal
• Direction: Random positive or negative direction changes

2. Keyboard Activity Simulation

Simulates keyboard usage by pressing the Shift key at configurable intervals.

• Key Used: Shift key (non-intrusive, doesn't type characters)
• Fast Mode: 300ms - 600ms intervals
• Slow Mode: 4000ms - 6500ms intervals
• Mode Switching: Alternates based on time

3. Scroll Activity Simulation

Creates scrolling actions in the active window to simulate reading or browsing.

• Vertical Scrolling: 65% probability, 35px - 650px distance
• Horizontal Scrolling: 35% probability, 15px - 400px distance
• Frequency: 1 second - 10 seconds between scroll actions

How Mouse Simulation Works

The mouse activity feature moves your cursor in random patterns across the screen, simulating natural human mouse usage.

Movement Algorithm

1. Current Position Detection: Gets the current mouse cursor coordinates (X, Y)
2. Random Distance Generation: Calculates random horizontal and vertical distances
3. Random Direction: Randomly chooses to add or subtract from current position
4. Movement Execution: Moves cursor to the new calculated position
5. Wait Period: Pauses for a random interval before next movement

Movement Modes

Mode	Interval	When
Fast Movement	100-250ms	Default mode (most of the time)
Slow Movement #1	1800-3000ms	Every 3rd minute
Slow Movement #2	2000-4000ms	Every 4th minute

How Keyboard Simulation Works

The keyboard activity feature simulates keyboard usage by pressing the Shift key at randomized intervals. The Shift key was chosen because it's non-intrusive and doesn't produce any visible output.

Why Shift Key?

• Non-Intrusive: Doesn't type characters or trigger actions
• Universal Detection: Recognized by all time-tracking software
• No Side Effects: Won't interfere with open applications
• Safe: Can't accidentally trigger unwanted commands

Activity Modes

Mode	Interval	Purpose
Fast Mode	300-600ms	Simulates active typing
Slow Mode	4000-6500ms	Simulates pauses for reading

Accessing Settings

Right-click IdleBuster tray icon → Select "Settings"

Settings Categories

• Mouse Activity: 5 subsections with 12 configurable parameters
• Keyboard Activity: 3 subsections with 6 configurable parameters
• Scroll Activity: 3 subsections with 6 configurable parameters
• Browser Tab Changing: 2 subsections with 3 configurable parameters
• App Switching: 2 subsections with 3 configurable parameters
• Auto-Detect: 1 subsection with 1 configurable parameter

Default Settings (Best for Human-like Movement)

All Available Shortcuts

Shortcut	Action	Description
ALT+M	Activate Mouse	Starts mouse movement activity only
ALT+K	Activate Keyboard	Starts keyboard activity only
ALT+S	Activate Scroll	Starts scrolling activity only
ALT+A	Activate ALL	Starts all activities simultaneously
ALT+X	Exit Activity	Stops all current activities
ALT+Q	Quit App	Closes IdleBuster completely

Recommended Usage

1. Use Auto-Detect Mode

Enable Auto-detect for automatic operation. IdleBuster will activate only when needed, providing the most natural usage pattern.

2. Start with Default Settings

Default settings are optimized for realistic human-like activity. Only customize if you have specific requirements.

3. Use ALL Activities Mode

Press ALT+A for the most comprehensive simulation. Using all activities together creates the most realistic pattern.

What to Avoid

• Don't set intervals too low - may appear robotic
• Don't use only one activity type - lacks realism
• Don't constantly start/stop - let it run continuously
• Don't set max tabs/apps higher than what you have open

Common Issues and Solutions

Issue: Mouse not moving

• Verify activity is activated (press ALT+M or ALT+A)
• Check if another application is blocking mouse control
• Restart IdleBuster

Issue: Tab switching not working

• Ensure Google Chrome is installed and running
• Chrome must be the active/focused window
• Check that you have multiple tabs open
• Verify max tabs setting matches your open tabs

Issue: License activation failed

• Check your internet connection
• Verify email and license key are correct (case-sensitive)
• Check if license has expired or been disabled
• Contact support at [email protected]

Issue: Auto-detect not working

• Verify Auto-detect is enabled in tray menu (should have checkmark)
• Check PC idle time setting (default 90 seconds)
• Ensure no other activity is manually running

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is IdleBuster detectable by monitoring software?

A: IdleBuster simulates real keyboard and mouse inputs at the system level, making it indistinguishable from actual user activity. However, we cannot guarantee compatibility with all monitoring software.

Q: Can I use IdleBuster on multiple computers?

A: This depends on your license type. Each license has a limited number of activations. Contact support to manage your activations.

Q: Does IdleBuster work with browsers other than Chrome?

A: Tab switching currently only works with Google Chrome. All other features work regardless of which browser you use.

Q: Will IdleBuster interfere with my actual work?

A: IdleBuster is designed to run in the background. However, if you're actively using your computer, we recommend stopping IdleBuster (ALT+X) to avoid interference.

Q: How much system resources does IdleBuster use?

A: IdleBuster is very lightweight, typically using less than 100MB of RAM and minimal CPU resources.

Q: Can I customize the activity patterns?

A: Yes! Open Settings to customize all activity parameters including intervals, distances, and frequencies.

Get Help

If you need assistance with IdleBuster Ultimate, we're here to help!

Email Support

Email: [email protected]

Response time: Usually within 24-48 hours

Website

Official Website: www.orientminds.com/idlebuster

Before Contacting Support

Please have the following information ready:

• Your license key or email used for purchase
• IdleBuster version number (v1.0.0)
• Windows version
• Detailed description of the issue
• Steps to reproduce the problem
• Any error messages you received