Layers
The ADM42 keyboard is optimized for ease of use, with 99% of regular usage centered around the base and the special layer.
To access a particular layer, hold down the corresponding layer key.
For example, one of ESC
or Compose
(«green» layer keys) to access the Special layer.
Modifiers and many important keys like Enter
, Space
and Backspace
are available
on all typing layers.
Layouts (Base Layer)
The default layout is QWERTY but additional layouts are provided. Learn all details on the layout page and change the default layout on the System Layer.
Notes:
- Left and right versions of Super, Control, Alt, and Shift are on their
respective sides (Right
ALT
is also known asAltGr
) Compose
should be mapped as the compose key- On macOS,
Super
isCommand ⌘
andAlt
isOption ⌥
Special Layer
This layer contains the numbers, the arrow keys and the special characters not available on the base layer.
Access this layer by holding Esc
or Compose
key.
Function Layer
This layer contains the function keys and all less used keys that you may find on traditionnal keyboards including media and brightness keys.
Access this layer by holding the Enter
key.
Configuration Layers
RGB Effects Layer
This layer is dedicated to RGB Effects control and also provide access to the System Layer.
Access this layer by holding the Delete
key.
System Layer
This layer permits to change the default layout and configuration.
Access this layer by first accessing the RGB Effects Layer (holding Delete
), then (also) hold the Enter
key.