Beginner’s Guide to Macro Commands in Aion 2

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1. Accessing the Macro Interface
Getting started is simple:

1. Open the Macro Window – Press 'U' by default or go through the System Menu → Macro.
   
2. Create a New Macro – Click the “New Macro” button at the bottom.
   
3. Name & Describe – Give your macro a name (max 10 characters), a short description, and select an icon to appear on your hotbar.
   

This icon will help you quickly identify and drag your macro to the action bar.

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2. Core Macro Commands
Macros can be typed manually or built by dragging skills into the macro window. The most common commands:

• /Skill [Skill Name]
• – Uses a specific ability. Make sure the name matches exactly, spaces included.
  /Delay [X]
• – Pauses the macro for X milliseconds. A 50 ms delay is a good starting point for most players. Adjust if your connection is slow or fast.
  /Use [Item Name]
• – Activates an item, like a potion, from your inventory.
  /QuickBar [Type] [Row] [Number]
• – Targets a specific slot on your action bar. Useful for complex rotations.
  

These commands form the building blocks of efficient macro rotations.

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3. Setting Up Combat Rotations
Macros shine when chaining skills together smoothly:

• Skill Chains – Typically, you assign two skills per macro: a primary auto-attack and a passive-trigger ability.
  
• Input Method – Use alternate keys (like
  [ or ]
• ) instead of Left/Right mouse clicks to ensure the macro registers correctly.
  
• Activation – Most players select “Repeat while key is held”. The macro continues as long as you hold the key and pauses automatically if you manually activate a higher-priority skill.
  

Short, focused macros for specific sequences—like buffs, debuffs, or burst rotations—tend to perform much better than one long, overcrowded macro.

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4. Expert Tips for Beginners

1. Test on Dummies – Always try your macro on a DPS dummy first. If skills miss, slightly increase your
   /Delay
2. .
   
3. Keep It Focused – Smaller macros are easier to manage and less likely to break mid-combat.
   
4. Animation Canceling – Use your macro to cancel animations between manual skills. This makes rotations faster and smoother.
   

With practice, macros can make your DPS more consistent and help you react to combat without fumbling through every click. Start simple, tweak timings, and gradually expand your rotations as you get more comfortable.

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Macros in Aion 2 aren’t just a convenience—they’re a powerful tool for players who want to maximize efficiency without resorting to third-party software. Take the time to learn them properly, and your dungeon runs will feel smoother and more responsive than ever.