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ControlGetText is a command in scripting languages, most notably AutoHotkey, used to retrieve the text content of a specified control within a window. This command allows a script to read the text displayed in elements such as edit boxes, labels, buttons, and other GUI controls. The primary function of ControlGetText is to extract this textual information for further processing or analysis within the script.

To use ControlGetText, one typically needs to identify the target window and the specific control. This can often be done using window titles, class names, or control identifiers. The command then returns the text associated with that control. For instance, a script might use ControlGetText to read the contents of a username field in a login form, the status message in a progress bar, or the caption of a button.

The retrieved text can then be used in various ways. It might be stored in a variable for later use, compared against expected values for conditional logic, displayed to the user, or even modified and sent back to the control using other commands. ControlGetText is a fundamental tool for automating tasks that involve interacting with graphical user interfaces, enabling scripts to dynamically respond to and extract information from application windows. Its utility lies in its ability to programmatically access and manipulate the textual data presented by software interfaces.