#LAYOUTEDITOR MANUAL FULL#

By retaining the key sizes from a default 60% layout, you can spare yourself the trouble of finding compatible keys or having to use key legends that don’t match the key stroke.

Starting with this 60% layout lets us start with some of the most standard keycap sizes which will become important later on when you purchase / choose your keycap sets (The worst that could happen is if you spend big money on a keycap set that doesn’t fit! Always plan ahead). For the most flexibility, I started with the 60% Default Layout preset, built into KLE: ISO 60% When brainstorming a layout for Stax KB I wanted a compact layout, similar to HHKB but also with extra hotkeys and arrow keys. Getting Started with Keyboard Layout Editor

Getting Started with Keyboard Layout Editor.

Here is a link to KLE for you to follow along: It is also the primary tool for layout and design planning used in my Complete Handwired Keyboard Guide – Stax KB Kits Available (COMING SOON! Please subscribe to my email list for updates 🙂).īefore we dive into the tool, I would highly recommend that you create a GitHub account to save your designs and drafts else, you also have the option of saving custom links for your designs as well although I have found that this is not the most reliable method.Īs a sneak peak to the design creation of Stax KB (COMING SOON), I will be sharing some tips on using KLE and provide a behind-the-scenes look into what goes into creating a keyboard from start to idea to fruition.

#LAYOUTEDITOR MANUAL FULL#

It has full customization options and seamless integration with the other applications that are used in creating custom keyboard firmware and parts. Keyboard Layout Editor (KLE) ( developed by Ian Prest and other contributors), is the best starting point for any keyboard layout planning.

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