Custom Menus and Macro Scripting in SecureCRT

# 1. Introduction to SecureCRT

SecureCRT is a powerful terminal emulation software developed by VanDyke Software that is primarily used for remote access, control, and management of network devices. It is widely utilized by network engineers and system administrators, offering a wealth of features and high security.

| Feature | Description |
|---------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Remote Connection | Supports various connection protocols such as SSH, Telnet, Rlogin, Serial, making it easy for users to remotely manage servers, switches, routers, and other devices. |
| Session Management | Allows for the easy management of multiple sessions, enables simultaneous operations across multiple sessions within the same window, and supports session grouping, saving, and auto-reconnect. |
| File Transfer | Supports SCP and SFTP transfer protocols for fast and secure file transfers to remote devices, streamlining file management and configuration updates. |
| Customization | Users can customize session configurations, appearance settings, shortcuts, scripts, and more to meet individual needs and increase productivity. |
| Security | Supports password management, public key authentication, encrypted transmission, and other security features to protect the security and privacy of user data transmissions. |

SecureCRT is known for its stability, security, and rich features, has a broad user base in the network management field, and continues to enhance user productivity and security.

# 2. Applying Custom Menus

The custom menu is a very practical feature in SecureCRT, which can help users quickly access commonly used commands and improve work efficiency. Below is a detailed introduction to the definition, creation, editing, and practical application cases of custom menus.

1. **What is a custom menu?**
A custom menu is a set of commands that users can define themselves, through which menu items can execute specific commands or operations quickly.

2. **Creating and editing custom menus:**
- Select `Options -> Edit Default Menu` from the SecureCRT menu bar to enter the menu editing interface.
- In the menu editing interface, you can add menu items, set shortcuts, and set macro scripts.
- After editing is complete, save it, and you will see the custom menu in the SecureCRT menu bar.

3. **Practical application cases of custom menus:**

| Menu Item Name | Command | Function Description |
|------------------------|------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|
| Connect to Server A | ssh user@serverA | Quickly connect to Server A |
| Query Server Information | uname -a | View the operating system information of the current server |
| Restart Web Service | service httpd restart | Restart the Web service |
| Upload File to FTP Server| ftp put file.txt | Upload the file to the FTP server |

4. **Custom menu code example:**

# Custom menu item: Connect to Server A
def connect_to_serverA():
     crt.Screen.Send("ssh user@serverA\r")
# Custom menu item: Query Server Information
def query_server_info():
     crt.Screen.Send("uname -a\r")
# Custom menu item: Restart Web Service
def restart_web_service():
     crt.Screen.Send("service httpd restart\r")
# Custom menu item: Upload File to FTP Server
def upload_file_to_ftp():
     crt.Screen.Send("ftp put file.txt\r")

5. **Summary of custom menus:**

The custom menu feature can be flexibly customized according to actual needs, providing users with a more convenient operating experience. It not only speeds up the execution of common commands but also avoids the need to enter complex commands, improving work efficiency.

6. **Flowchart example of custom menus:**

graph LR
     A[Start] --> B(Define Custom Menu)
     B --> C(Edit Custom Menu)
     C --> D(Save Settings)
     D --> E[End]

Through the above content, you can clearly understand the definition, creation, editing, and application of custom menus, further enhancing the operating efficiency of SecureCRT.

# 3. Application of Macro Scripts

In SecureCRT, macro scripts are a powerful tool that can automatically execute a series of operations. By writing and running macro scripts, users can achieve automated task processing and improve work efficiency. Below is an introduction to the concept of macro scripts, how to write and run macro scripts, and their application scenarios in SecureCRT.

1. **Concept and Function of Macro Scripts**

- Macro scripts are script programs that automatically execute a series of commands or operations.
- Macro scripts can include operations such as connecting to remote hosts, exec