In terms of the legends and layers, since this is a 60% keyboard, you lose some valuable keys like the function rows up top, as well as dedicated nav cluster which are all located on a different layer. These layers can be toggled by simply pressing FN + the corresponding key. Looking closer on the switches, we have the normal Gateron switch of the GK64 on the left and the optical Gateron switch of the GK61 on the right. They look pretty much the same except that the optical Gateron switch has a magnifying glass on top for the light to pass through and that the bottom part of the two switches is different, the optical switch doesn’t have pins like the standard switch. So if you’re planning to grab a hot-swappable keyboard, make sure you choose the right one for your preferred type of switch. Our servers are getting hit pretty hard right now. To continue shopping, enter the characters as they are shown As for aesthetics the GK64 is a stunner. The gray anodized aluminum case is not only high quality, but gorgeous. It features angular CNC cutouts around all the edges and bottom for a slimming look, tiny bezels and smoothly rounded corners. The design looks masculine. Maybe even edgy.

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When it comes time to remove a switch for replacement you’ll need the metal switch removal tool included with the GK64, so keep it stored in a safe place where it won’t be lost. If you’ve ever used a plastic ring keycap puller you should have no problem removing switches with this tool. It’s the same basic concept. https://github.com/wgwoods/gk64-python - thanks to @wgwoods for his work on annotating the dissasembly of the GK64 firmware. Compiling may take several attempts depending on the version of mono. Try xbuild GK6X.sln, or msbuild GK6X.sln, or xbuild /p:TargetFrameworkVersion=v4.5 /p:TargetFrameworkProfile="", or ask for help in #4.Macros is for recording automated input sequences with delay adjustment. Once recorded you can program the macro to a key using the Configurations tab. The following commands can be used as command line args to just execute a specific command /gui, /map, /unmap, /dumpkeys. For example: GK6X.exe /map

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If you don't see any output, it has failed to detect the keyboard. There isn't any console output until it finds a valid keyboard. Commands mapYou can reprogram the base layer, layers 1-3, and layers 1-3 whilst the fn is held down. You can't move the fn key, but TempSwitchLayer1/2/3 can act similar to a secondary fn key. The base layer fn key set can't be mapped. unmap The /p command line arg can be used to set a prefixed file name of the config to use. For example GK6X.exe /p test will use test - 655491200.txt as the target config file (where the keyboard model id is 655491200). If you're running from source you'll need to copy the driver folder from a release build. For updating the GUI files see updating.txt. gui_le One of the most important aspects of a mechanical keyboard that is often overlooked by manufacturers is the stabilized keys. The rest of the keyboard could be absolutely perfect, but if the stabilizers are of low quality or improperly installed it instantly ruins the typing feel and sound. No worries about that here. The GK64 has excellent stabilizers with proper installation and plenty of lubrication.

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Speaking of the feet, they are fairly large and textured to provide traction on a desk or other flat surface. The feet combined with its heavy weight hold the GK64 in place very well. It doesn’t easily slide around on a smooth surface.

There are issues with the web GUI such as not being able to map the base layer. I'd recommend avoiding the GUI if possible. Now let’s take a look at the Geek GK64 mechanical keyboard, at first touch this keyboard feels really nice for its price, the design is good and it is pretty lightweight but it doesn’t flex that much. It weighs around 442 grams which is currently the lightest keyboard that I’ve tried. The layout is non-standard but that’s because it squeezed in the dedicated arrow keys which I really appreciate.

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This is a command-line tool for mapping keys, macros, and lighting for GK6X keyboards (GK64, GK84, GK61, etc). This can be used as an alternative to the official software ( Windows / Mac). A tag already exists with the provided branch name. Many Git commands accept both tag and branch names, so creating this branch may cause unexpected behavior. Are you sure you want to create this branch? Copies the lighting files created using the gui to the Data/lighting/ folder so that the map command can use them. Additional commmands This is used to update the data files from the official software. This exact process needs to be re-documented ( Updating.txt). Additional infoOne accessory the GK64 includes is a padded pouch for storage or transport. The keyboard was shipped inside the pouch, which I believe kept it from being further damaged. The box itself is fairly thin and provides minimal protection. To be brutally honest, the software is unrefined and mediocre ( at best). With a little patience it can get the job done, but I did find it extremely difficult to use, cumbersome and mostly undocumented with a poorly designed UI. You basically have to go through trial and error to figure out what half the buttons and options even do.