Source: adafruit industries blog
Article note: Sweet! someone built a clone of the style of chorder used on the Engelbart SRI machines and the Alto.
I've been thinking about doing it for funsies, but never decide to do so since it's historically interesting but not actually ...good.
This is a take on a custom input device inspired by the original keyset from the 1960’s that never quiet caught on. This 5-finger keyset lets you type without moving your hand, entering full words and phrases by pressing multiple keys simultaneously as a chord.
Content Summary:
– The guide provides instructions on building a custom USB HID device that functions as a chording keyset, allowing users to type words and phrases by pressing multiple keys simultaneously.
– It includes a step-by-step process for assembling the 3D printed chording keyset, wiring the components, and programming the Adafruit QT Py RP2040 with CircuitPython to create the USB keyset.
Adafruit Products Summary:
– The project is powered by the **Adafruit QT Py RP2040**, a small and powerful board based on the RP2040 chip: https://www.adafruit.com/product/4900
– A **USB-C Cable** is used to connect the USB keyset to a computer or USB hub: https://www.adafruit.com/product/6278
Read more at USB Keyset
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