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【IC】custom Layout 73% With numpad&arrows

类型: IC
作者: TruffleShuffle90
发布时间: 2020-06-09 01:54:25
更新时间: 2020-06-09 01:54:25
原链接: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=106848.0


So I am in the process of making a PCB for this layout. However I’m still trying to decide what layout to go with. The idea is basically an expansion of the gk64/66 which I currently own and love. The split space and the layer changing function key make it super convenient for work, where I am constantly using the numpad as I work with numbers all day long.
The idea is that the function key would allow the Fkeys to be accessible as a 3rd option behind numeric and symbols, on the numpad side of things it would allow the numpad to be used as your numlock, scrlk, pause, ins, home, end, pg up and pg down keys.
This was my first design and take on it..
244666-0
This is the compact versions design
244664-1
I honestly like both but am leaning more towards my first design as I like the idea of having the isolated arrow keys with a little bit of room between the main keyboard and the numpad. Also I think it looks better, or has a better flow to it. Whereas the compact version feels a little cramped.
I recently purchase the gk73s and am excited to use it once it comes in, however i had a few minor issues with the layout on closer inspection. I loved the concept but thought it could’ve been done better.
interested to see what the communities insight on this layout would be, and wanting to hear any suggestions, if you would be interested in doing a group buy once I have everything planned out and or if you just plain hate it.
Thanks

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