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# Events

Events in Remote Desktop Manager let you automatically run macros, scripts, or tools before or after a connection opens or closes. Use the four triggers: Before Open, After Open, Before Close, and After Close to standardize pre and post connection tasks.

Typical uses include starting a required helper tool, launching a typing macro, or running a PowerShell script to collect logs or clean up after a session. Events work alongside macros and scripts stored in your vaults for reuse and consistency.

#### Related topics

* [Entry types events settings](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/kb/how-to-articles/entry-types-events-settings/)
* [Logs](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/commands/window/logs/)
* [Activity logs](https://docs.devolutions.net/rdm/commands/reports/activity-logs/)
* [PowerShell scripting](https://docs.devolutions.net/powershell/rdm-powershell/powershell-scripting/)

#### See also

* [Devolutions Academy - Streamlining Remote Connections with Event Triggers](https://academy.devolutions.net/student/path/1925316/activity/2668000)
* [Devolutions Blog - All Roads Lead to PowerShell](https://blog.devolutions.net/2023/09/all-roads-lead-to-powershell/)


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