You are correct -- "when the first Macro in the Macro Group has finished, the Macro Group does not automatically trigger the second Macro in the Macro Group."
KM is quite different from the Automator.
While Macro Groups do act like a folder to contain macros, it also controls their availability to be triggered.
See Macro Activation .
In order to make good use of KM, you need to learn about the objects the KM uses, and its terms and definitions. See the KM Wiki Glossary .
Since you are new to KM, you may find these articles helpful:
Getting Started with Keyboard Maestro
- Read the Quick Start.
- This is essential to become familiar with KM terminology
- Do the tutorial (Help ➤ Tutorial) in the KM Editor.
- Gives you a live walkthrough of creating a macro in the KM Editor
- Review/Browse the Available Macro Actions
- For Help with an Action in your Macro, click on the gear icon
at the top right of the Action, and select "Help" - Search the Keyboard Maestro Wiki for detailed help.
- Start small, and grow your macros organically.
- Be prepared for some trial and error in the beginning.
- Make good use of this Keyboard Maestro Forum
- Checkout these Great Resources
- Search for existing macros
- Post your questions/issues if you get stuck
- Be sure to first read: Tip: How Do I Get The Best Answer in the Shortest Time?
For more help, see Getting Started with Keyboard Maestro and the Forum .