A continuous surface keeps each row together.
A place for
every key.
Look closer at the objects beneath your fingertips.
Explore layouts ↘Layout studiesCompact / splitObjects for a desk
Inside the board.
A cap above. A switch between. A plate that holds a field of keys.
Two ways to make room.
Two smaller fields make the separation visible.
the keys.
The blank space is part of the arrangement.
A useful extra row.
- Numbers
A dedicated number row leaves letters in their own field.
- Navigation
Place directional keys where they are easy to recognize.
- Space
One long key or separate thumb keys changes the visual rhythm.
Follow the connection.
A cable makes one clear path between the board and the edge of the desk.
Leave a little slack at the turn. This drawing studies the route, not electrical compatibility.
Keep the surface clear.
What do these files contain?
Written layout studies with named key groups. They do not contain firmware, wiring diagrams or manufacturing measurements.
Can I compare them offline?
Yes. Download each layout and put the two short guides side by side.