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# Chord Unicode
The Chord Unicode system lets you type special characters, symbols, and emoji by typing a short mnemonic sequence — no copy-paste or OS character picker needed.
> **Note:** This page intentionally contains Unicode characters (symbols, emoji, and special signs). The "ambiguous Unicode characters" warning shown by Gitea is expected here -- the Unicode content is the subject of this page.
The Chord Unicode system lets you type special characters, symbols, and emoji by typing a short mnemonic sequence -- no copy-paste or OS character picker needed.
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| Action | Output |
|--------|--------|
| **Tap** (no modifier) | `Escape` |
| **Hold** (no modifier, past tapping term) | `Left Ctrl` acts as a regular Ctrl while held |
| **Hold** (no modifier, past tapping term) | `Left Ctrl` -- acts as a regular Ctrl while held |
| **`Shift` + Tap** | Toggle CapsLock |
| **`Alt` + Tap** | Toggle [Caps Word](Features#caps-word) |
| **`GUI` + Tap** | Toggle [Autocorrect](Features#autocorrect) on/off |
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ This page documents every custom keycode implemented in the firmware.
## BSP_DEL
**Location:** Not currently assigned to any key by default available for mapping via VIA.
**Location:** Not currently assigned to any key by default -- available for mapping via VIA.
`BSP_DEL` is a dual-function Backspace/Delete key.
@@ -52,11 +52,11 @@ These keys are found on the **number row** when FN1, FN2, FN3, or FN4 is active.
**How locking works:**
- Press `LCK_FN1` while FN1 is active FN1 stays on even after you release the FN1 key.
- Press `LCK_FN1` again while FN1 is locked unlocks FN1 and returns to BASE.
- Press `LCK_FN1` while FN1 is active > FN1 stays on even after you release the FN1 key.
- Press `LCK_FN1` again while FN1 is locked > unlocks FN1 and returns to BASE.
- Only one layer can be locked at a time. Pressing a different `LCK_*` key unlocks the current one.
- `LCK_BASE` clears all locks unconditionally.
- The **`, + . + /` combo** also clears all locks and returns to BASE as an emergency fallback. See [Features Combos](Features#combos).
- The **`, + . + /` combo** also clears all locks and returns to BASE as an emergency fallback. See [Features -- Combos](Features#combos).
> **TT() vs LCK:** The `FN1` and `FN2` keys on the bottom row use QMK's `TT()` (tap-toggle). A **single tap + hold** activates momentarily; a **double-tap** locks the layer on. The `LCK_*` keys are an additional explicit locking mechanism that works from inside any layer.
@@ -75,7 +75,7 @@ These keys implement a smart Alt+Tab window switcher:
**Smart Alt-hold behaviour:** The first rotation press registers and holds `Left Alt`. Each subsequent rotation tap sends another `Tab` (or `Shift+Tab`). Alt is **automatically released** 750 ms after the last rotation event, committing the window selection.
This means you can spin the encoder multiple notches to skip several windows, and the moment you stop turning for ¾ of a second the switcher closes no need to press anything to confirm.
This means you can spin the encoder multiple notches to skip several windows, and the moment you stop turning for 3/4 of a second the switcher closes -- no need to press anything to confirm.
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**Activate:** `Alt` + `CAPS_MOD` (tap)
**Deactivate:** Same combination, or press any non-word key, or complete a word (Space, Enter, etc.)
Caps Word is a "smart" uppercase mode. Once active, every letter key you press is automatically capitalised but Caps Word turns itself **off** the moment you press a key that doesn't belong in a word, such as Space, Enter, Tab, or punctuation. This makes it ideal for typing `ALL_CAPS_CONSTANTS` or `MY_VARIABLE_NAME` without fumbling with Shift.
Caps Word is a "smart" uppercase mode. Once active, every letter key you press is automatically capitalised -- but Caps Word turns itself **off** the moment you press a key that doesn't belong in a word, such as Space, Enter, Tab, or punctuation. This makes it ideal for typing `ALL_CAPS_CONSTANTS` or `MY_VARIABLE_NAME` without fumbling with Shift.
**Keys that keep Caps Word active** (do not terminate it):
- Letters (`A``Z`)
- Digits (`0``9`)
- Letters (`A`-`Z`)
- Digits (`0`-`9`)
- `Backspace`
- `-` and `_` (useful for `SCREAMING_SNAKE_CASE`)
@@ -29,7 +29,7 @@ Caps Word is a "smart" uppercase mode. Once active, every letter key you press i
QMK's built-in autocorrect silently fixes common typos as you type. It uses a dictionary of known mistyped sequences and replaces them on the fly as soon as the full misspelling is detected.
Autocorrect runs entirely on the keyboard no software is needed on the host computer. It works in any application that accepts keyboard input.
Autocorrect runs entirely on the keyboard -- no software is needed on the host computer. It works in any application that accepts keyboard input.
**[LED indicator](LED-Indicators#caps-key-led-55):** The CapsLock key LED lights **purple** while autocorrect is **disabled**. When autocorrect is on (default), the LED is off (or shows CapsLock/CapsWord state if those are active).
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| Keys | Action |
|------|--------|
| `,` + `.` + `/` | `TO(BASE)` immediately switch to the BASE layer, clearing all layer state |
| `,` + `.` + `/` | `TO(BASE)` -- immediately switch to the BASE layer, clearing all layer state |
This is an emergency escape: if you get stuck in an unexpected layer state and don't remember how to get back, just mash the three bottom-right keys of the main cluster at the same time.
> The combo is defined to trigger from any layer the keycodes are resolved against BASE, so it fires regardless of what layer is currently active.
> The combo is defined to trigger from any layer -- the keycodes are resolved against BASE, so it fires regardless of what layer is currently active.
---
## Tap Dance Home/End
## Tap Dance -- Home/End
**Location:** The Home/End key in the right navigation cluster (numpad row)
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The firmware is built with VIA support enabled. This means you can remap any key, adjust lighting, and manage macros **live** without reflashing the firmware, using either:
- **Keychron Launcher** Keychron's own browser-based configuration tool
- **VIA** the universal QMK configurator at `usevia.app`
- **Keychron Launcher** -- Keychron's own browser-based configuration tool
- **VIA** -- the universal QMK configurator at `usevia.app`
Changes made through VIA/Launcher are saved to the keyboard's EEPROM and persist across power cycles. The firmware's 6 layers are all editable through VIA.
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- **Volume / brightness reporting:** The host can report system volume and screen brightness to the keyboard for future RGB indicator use.
- **Active app detection:** Planned for a future update.
This feature is transparent during normal use it only activates when the companion host application is running.
This feature is transparent during normal use -- it only activates when the companion host application is running.
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# Keychron Q5 Max Custom Firmware Documentation
# Keychron Q5 Max -- Custom Firmware Documentation
This wiki covers the custom QMK firmware built for the **Keychron Q5 Max ANSI Encoder** keyboard. It is intended as a complete reference for anyone who wants to use, understand, or extend the firmware without reading the source code.
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| Feature | Detail |
|---------|--------|
| Keyboard | Keychron Q5 Max, ANSI layout, 101 keys |
| Encoder | Rotary knob top-right corner |
| Encoder | Rotary knob -- top-right corner |
| DIP switches | Two switches on the back next to USB-C: **SW1** selects 2.4G / Wired / Bluetooth; **SW2** selects Win (white LEDs) / Mac (normal RGB) |
| Wireless | Bluetooth 5.1 (3 hosts) + 2.4 GHz USB dongle + wired USB-C |
| MCU | STM32F401 |
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|-------|--------|-----------------|-------------|
| BASE | 0 | Default | Normal typing |
| FN1 | 1 | Hold / lock `FN1` key | Media, chording, navigation shortcuts |
| FN2 | 2 | Hold / lock `FN2` key | Mouse keys, F13F24 |
| FN2 | 2 | Hold / lock `FN2` key | Mouse keys, F13-F24 |
| FN3 | 3 | Accessed from FN1 | Media + extended navigation |
| FN4 | 4 | Accessed from FN3/FN2 | Media + extended navigation |
| KEEB_CTL | 5 | One-shot from FN1, or locked | Wireless, RGB, keyboard settings |
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- **QMK fork:** Keychron `wireless_playground`
- **Keymap:** `keyboards/keychron/q5_max/ansi_encoder/keymaps/via`
- **VIA support:** Yes keys can be remapped live in Keychron Launcher or VIA
- **Unicode method:** Linux (`Ctrl+Shift+U` hex `Enter`)
- **VIA support:** Yes -- keys can be remapped live in Keychron Launcher or VIA
- **Unicode method:** Linux (`Ctrl+Shift+U` > hex > `Enter`)
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---
## Escape Key LED (LED 0) Layer Indicator
## Escape Key LED (LED 0) -- Layer Indicator
The Escape key LED shows which layer is currently active at a glance.
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|-------|---------------|------------|
| BASE (0) | **Off** (dark) | Normal typing |
| FN1 (1) | **Blue** | Media / chord / shortcuts |
| FN2 (2) | **Green** | Mouse / F13F24 |
| FN2 (2) | **Green** | Mouse / F13-F24 |
| FN3 (3) | **Orange** | Media + extended navigation |
| FN4 (4) | **Purple** | Media + reset path |
| KEEB_CTL (5) | **Red** | Keyboard settings |
> When BASE is active the Escape key LED is always off it blends into the background effect and does not distract during normal typing.
> When BASE is active the Escape key LED is always off -- it blends into the background effect and does not distract during normal typing.
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## Caps Key LED (LED 55) CapsLock / Caps Word / Autocorrect
## Caps Key LED (LED 55) -- CapsLock / Caps Word / Autocorrect
The key physically labelled CapsLock (which is mapped to [CAPS_MOD](Custom-Keys#caps_mod)) doubles as a multi-state status indicator for the three Caps-related features. The states are checked in priority order:
@@ -34,22 +34,22 @@ The key physically labelled CapsLock (which is mapped to [CAPS_MOD](Custom-Keys#
**Reading the indicator:**
- **Green** Caps Word is active. The next word will be typed in uppercase, then it will turn off automatically.
- **Purple** You have disabled Autocorrect (via `GUI`+`CAPS_MOD`). Re-enable it the same way to clear the purple light.
- **White** Standard OS CapsLock is on (toggled via `Shift`+`CAPS_MOD`).
- **Off** Everything is normal: Autocorrect is running, CapsLock is off, Caps Word is off.
- **Green** > Caps Word is active. The next word will be typed in uppercase, then it will turn off automatically.
- **Purple** > You have disabled Autocorrect (via `GUI`+`CAPS_MOD`). Re-enable it the same way to clear the purple light.
- **White** > Standard OS CapsLock is on (toggled via `Shift`+`CAPS_MOD`).
- **Off** > Everything is normal: Autocorrect is running, CapsLock is off, Caps Word is off.
---
## Win/Mac DIP Switch Full-Keyboard White Overlay
## Win/Mac DIP Switch -- Full-Keyboard White Overlay
This is **SW2**, the switch closest to the centre of the keyboard when viewed from the back (see [Wireless & Control DIP Switches](Wireless-and-Control#dip-switches) for the physical layout of both switches).
This is **SW2**, the switch closest to the centre of the keyboard when viewed from the back (see [Wireless & Control -- DIP Switches](Wireless-and-Control#dip-switches) for the physical layout of both switches).
It selects between **Mac mode** (right position, viewed from back) and **Win mode** (left position, viewed from back).
When **Win mode** is active:
- **All LEDs** are overridden to **solid white**, regardless of which RGB effect or colour scheme is configured.
- The underlying RGB effect continues to run in the background it is not changed or reset.
- The underlying RGB effect continues to run in the background -- it is not changed or reset.
- Layer indicators (Escape key, CapsLock key) are still painted **on top of** the white background, so they remain visible.
- Switching back to **Mac mode** instantly restores the configured RGB effect exactly as it was.
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Keychron's firmware displays wireless status using the dedicated indicator LEDs built into the keyboard's PCB (separate from the per-key RGB matrix). These are driven by Keychron's own indicator system and show:
- **BT host selection** (hosts 13 indicated by their respective indicator LEDs)
- **BT host selection** (hosts 1-3 indicated by their respective indicator LEDs)
- **2.4 GHz mode** indicator
- **Battery level** animation when `BAT_LVL` is pressed
- **Low battery** warning
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# Layers
The firmware has **6 layers**. Lower-numbered layers are always active as the base; higher-numbered layers take priority over them when activated. A key shown as `———` (transparent) falls through to the next active layer below.
The firmware has **6 layers**. Lower-numbered layers are always active as the base; higher-numbered layers take priority over them when activated. A key shown as `---` (transparent) falls through to the next active layer below.
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The Q5 Max is a full-size 100% keyboard with an integrated side numpad and a rotary encoder in the top-right corner.
```
┌───────┐ ┌────┬────┬────┬────┐ ┌────┬────┬────┬────┐ ┌────┬────┬────┬────┐ ┌──────┬───────┬───────┐ ╔═════╗
ESC F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Del PrtSc Calc Enc
└───────┘ └────┴────┴────┴────┘ └────┴────┴────┴────┘ └────┴────┴────┴────┘ └──────┴───────┴───────┘ ╚═════╝
┌───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───┬───────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┬─────┬─────┬─────┐
` 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 - = Bspc PgUp Num / * -
├───┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬───┤ ├─────┤ ├─────┼─────┼─────┼─────┤
Tab Q W E R T Y U I O P [ ] \ PgDn 7 8 9
├─────┴┬──┴┬──┴┬──┴┬──┴┬──┴┬──┴┬──┴┬──┴┬──┴┬──┴┬──┴┬──┴────┤ ├─────┤ ├─────┼─────┼─────┤ +
CAPS A S D F G H J K L ; ' Enter H/E 4 5 6
├──────┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴─┬─┴───┴──┬───┤ ├─────┤ ├─────┼─────┼─────┼─────┤
Shift Z X C V B N M , . / Shift│ ↑ │ 1 2 3
├────┬───┴┬──┴──┬─┴───┴───┴───┴───┴───┴──┬┴──┬┴──┬────┬┴──┬┴──┐ └─────┘ ├─────┴─────┼─────┤Ent
CtrlGUI Alt Space FN2FN1Ctrl│ ← │ ↓ │ → │ 0 .
└────┴────┴─────┴─────────────────────────┴───┴───┴────┴───┴───┴───┘ └───────────┴─────┴─────┘
+-------+ +----+----+----+----+ +----+----+----+----+ +----+----+----+----+ +------+-------+-------+ +=====+
| ESC | | F1 | F2 | F3 | F4 | | F5 | F6 | F7 | F8 | | F9 |F10 |F11 |F12 | | Del | PrtSc | Calc | | Enc |
+-------+ +----+----+----+----+ +----+----+----+----+ +----+----+----+----+ +------+-------+-------+ +=====+
+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+---+-------+ +-----+ +-----+-----+-----+-----+
| ` | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 0 | - | = | Bspc | |PgUp | | Num | / | * | - |
+---+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+---+ +-----+ +-----+-----+-----+-----+
| Tab | Q | W | E | R | T | Y | U | I | O | P | [ | ] | \ | |PgDn | | 7 | 8 | 9 | |
+-----++--++--++--++--++--++--++--++--++--++--++--++--+----+ +-----+ +-----+-----+-----+ + |
| CAPS | A | S | D | F | G | H | J | K | L | ; | ' | Enter | | H/E | | 4 | 5 | 6 | |
+------+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+---+--+---+ +-----+ +-----+-----+-----+-----+
| Shift | Z | X | C | V | B | N | M | , | . | / Shift| ^ | | | | 1 | 2 | 3 | |
+----+---++--+--+-+---+---+---+---+---+--++--++--+----++--++--+ +-----+ +-----+-----+-----+Ent |
|Ctrl|GUI | Alt | Space |FN2|FN1|Ctrl| < | v | > | | 0 | . | |
+----+----+-----+-------------------------+---+---+----+---+---+---+ +-----------+-----+-----+
```
> **Note:** `CAPS` = [CAPS_MOD](Custom-Keys#caps_mod) a multi-function key, not a plain CapsLock.
> **Note:** `CAPS` = [CAPS_MOD](Custom-Keys#caps_mod) -- a multi-function key, not a plain CapsLock.
> `H/E` = [Home/End tap-dance](Features#tap-dance-homeend).
> `FN1` / `FN2` are tap-toggle keys see [Layer Navigation](#layer-navigation) below.
> `FN1` / `FN2` are tap-toggle keys -- see [Layer Navigation](#layer-navigation) below.
---
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| **Double-tap** `FN1` | FN1 locked on (toggle) |
| **Hold** `FN2` | FN2 active while held; returns to BASE on release |
| **Double-tap** `FN2` | FN2 locked on (toggle) |
| **`LCK_FN1``LCK_CTL`** keys | Hard-lock a specific layer; press again to unlock |
| **`LCK_FN1`-`LCK_CTL`** keys | Hard-lock a specific layer; press again to unlock |
| **`LCK_BASE`** | Clear all locks and return to BASE |
| **Combo `,` + `.` + `/`** | Emergency return to BASE from any state |
> `FN1` and `FN2` use QMK's `TT()` (tap-toggle) behaviour with the default tapping term. See [Custom Keys Layer Locks](Custom-Keys#layer-locks) for the `LCK_*` keys.
> `FN1` and `FN2` use QMK's `TT()` (tap-toggle) behaviour with the default tapping term. See [Custom Keys -- Layer Locks](Custom-Keys#layer-locks) for the `LCK_*` keys.
---
## BASE Layer (0)
Normal typing layer. Nothing unusual except:
- **CAPS key** [CAPS_MOD](Custom-Keys#caps_mod) (multi-function)
- **Right-side numpad Home/End key** [Tap-Dance Home/End](Features#tap-dance-homeend)
- **`FN2`/`FN1`** bottom-right tap-toggle layer access
- **CAPS key** > [CAPS_MOD](Custom-Keys#caps_mod) (multi-function)
- **Right-side numpad Home/End key** > [Tap-Dance Home/End](Features#tap-dance-homeend)
- **`FN2`/`FN1`** bottom-right > tap-toggle layer access
```
ESC F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Del PrtSc Calc Find [Vol]
@@ -62,8 +62,8 @@ Normal typing layer. Nothing unusual except:
` 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 - = Bspc PgUp Num / * -
Tab Q W E R T Y U I O P [ ] \ PgDn 7 8 9
CAPS* A S D F G H J K L ; ' Ent H/E* 4 5 6 +
Shift Z X C V B N M , . / Shift 1 2 3
Ctrl GUI Alt Space FN2 FN1 Ctrl 0 . Ent
Shift Z X C V B N M , . / Shift ^ 1 2 3
Ctrl GUI Alt Space FN2 FN1 Ctrl < v > 0 . Ent
```
---
@@ -77,7 +77,7 @@ Activated by holding or double-tapping `FN1`.
| Key position | BASE value | FN1 value | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESC | Esc | Sleep | Put computer to sleep |
| F1F12 | F1F12 | Brid/Briu/MCtrl/LnPad/RGB±/Media | macOS media & brightness |
| F1-F12 | F1-F12 | Brid/Briu/MCtrl/LnPad/RGB+/-/Media | macOS media & brightness |
| `1` | 1 | `LCK_FN1` | Lock/unlock FN1 |
| `2` | 2 | `LCK_FN2` | Lock/unlock FN2 |
| `3` | 3 | `LCK_FN3` | Lock/unlock FN3 |
@@ -88,10 +88,10 @@ Activated by holding or double-tapping `FN1`.
| Right Ctrl | Ctrl | `OSL(KEEB_CTL)` | One-shot: next key from KEEB_CTL |
| Right FN1 | TT(FN1) | `TG(FN1)` | Toggle FN1 on/off |
| Right FN2 | TT(FN2) | `TT(FN3)` | Tap-toggle FN3 |
| `` | Left | Home | |
| `` | Right | End | |
| `<` | Left | Home | |
| `>` | Right | End | |
| Numpad H/E | Home/End | End | Plain End key |
| Encoder | Vol ± | Rewind / Fast-forward | |
| Encoder | Vol +/- | Rewind / Fast-forward | |
```
Sleep Brid Briu MCtr LnPd VAD VAI Prv Ply Nxt Mute Vold Volu Del PrtSc Calc Find [FF]
@@ -99,10 +99,10 @@ Sleep Brid Briu MCtr LnPd VAD VAI Prv Ply Nxt Mute Vold Volu Del PrtSc
` L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 6 7 8 9 L0 - = Bspc PgUp Num / * -
Tab Q W E R T Y U I O P [ ] \ PgDn 7 8 9
CAPS* A S D F G H J K L ; ' Ent End 4 5 6 +
Shift Z X C V B N M , . / Shift 1 2 3
Ctrl GUI CHORD Space TT3 TG1 CTL* Home End 0 . Ent
Shift Z X C V B N M , . / Shift ^ 1 2 3
Ctrl GUI CHORD Space TT3 TG1 CTL* Home v End 0 . Ent
```
> `L1``L5` = layer lock keys. `L0` = LCK_BASE. `CHORD` = Chord Unicode key. `CTL*` = one-shot KEEB_CTL.
> `L1`-`L5` = layer lock keys. `L0` = LCK_BASE. `CHORD` = Chord Unicode key. `CTL*` = one-shot KEEB_CTL.
---
@@ -114,12 +114,12 @@ Activated by holding or double-tapping `FN2`. Turns the keyboard into a **mouse
| Key position | FN2 value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| F1F12 | Power / F13F24 | ESC = Power off; F-row = F13F24 |
| `1``5`, `0` | Layer locks | Same as FN1 |
| F1-F12 | Power / F13-F24 | ESC = Power off; F-row = F13-F24 |
| `1`-`5`, `0` | Layer locks | Same as FN1 |
| PgUp | Mouse Wheel Up | |
| PgDn | Mouse Wheel Down | |
| Numpad H/E | Mouse Button 3 (middle click) | |
| Arrow keys | Mouse movement (↑↓←→) | |
| Arrow keys | Mouse movement (^v<>) | |
| Right FN2 | `TG(FN2)` | Toggle FN2 |
| Right FN1 | `TT(FN4)` | Tap-toggle FN4 |
| Numpad `0` | Mouse Button 1 (left click) | |
@@ -145,19 +145,19 @@ Ctrl GUI Alt Space TG2 TT4 Ctrl MsLft MsDn MsRgt MBtn1
Accessed from FN1 via `TT(FN3)` (right FN2 key while FN1 is active). Media row and navigation, same lock keys, standard arrow/numpad behaviour.
Identical to BASE except:
- **F-row** brightness, media controls (same mapping as FN1 F-row)
- **Number row** layer locks (same as FN1/FN2)
- **Right FN2** `TG(FN3)` (toggle FN3)
- **Right FN1** `TT(FN4)` (tap-toggle FN4)
- **Encoder** Rewind / Fast-forward
- **F-row** > brightness, media controls (same mapping as FN1 F-row)
- **Number row** > layer locks (same as FN1/FN2)
- **Right FN2** > `TG(FN3)` (toggle FN3)
- **Right FN1** > `TT(FN4)` (tap-toggle FN4)
- **Encoder** > Rewind / Fast-forward
---
## FN4 Layer (4)
Accessed from FN3 or FN2 via `TT(FN4)`. Identical to FN3 except:
- **Right FN2** `TO(BASE)` go directly back to BASE (clears all layers)
- **Right FN1** `TG(FN4)` (toggle FN4)
- **Right FN2** > `TO(BASE)` -- go directly back to BASE (clears all layers)
- **Right FN1** > `TG(FN4)` (toggle FN4)
> Use FN4 as a "reset to base" escape hatch when you've navigated deep into layers.
@@ -166,19 +166,19 @@ Accessed from FN3 or FN2 via `TT(FN4)`. Identical to FN3 except:
## KEEB_CTL Layer (5)
The keyboard control layer. Reached via:
- `OSL(KEEB_CTL)` on Right Ctrl while FN1 is held one-shot (affects next key only)
- `LCK_CTL` (`FN1` + `5`) locks KEEB_CTL on
- `OSL(KEEB_CTL)` on Right Ctrl while FN1 is held -- one-shot (affects next key only)
- `LCK_CTL` (`FN1` + `5`) -- locks KEEB_CTL on
See [Wireless & Control](Wireless-and-Control) for full details.
```
——— Brid Briu Task File VAD VAI Prv Ply Nxt Mute Vold Volu ——— ——— ——— ——— [RGB±]
--- Brid Briu Task File VAD VAI Prv Ply Nxt Mute Vold Volu --- --- --- --- [RGB+/-]
——— BT1 BT2 BT3 2.4G ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— L0 ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ———
RGBt RGBm VAI+ HUI+ SAI+ SPI+ ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ———
——— RGBr VAD- HUD- SAD- SPD- ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— End ——— ——— ———
——— ——— ——— ——— ——— BAT NKro ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ———
——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— EECLR ——— ———
--- BT1 BT2 BT3 2.4G --- --- --- --- --- L0 --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
RGBt RGBm VAI+ HUI+ SAI+ SPI+ --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
--- RGBr VAD- HUD- SAD- SPD- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- End --- --- ---
--- --- --- --- --- BAT NKro --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- v --- EECLR --- ---
```
> `BT1``BT3` = Bluetooth host 13. `2.4G` = 2.4 GHz wireless dongle. `BAT` = show battery level. `NKro` = toggle N-key rollover. `EECLR` = clear EEPROM. `RGBt` = RGB toggle. See [Wireless & Control](Wireless-and-Control) and [RGB Controls](RGB-Controls).
> `BT1`-`BT3` = Bluetooth host 1-3. `2.4G` = 2.4 GHz wireless dongle. `BAT` = show battery level. `NKro` = toggle N-key rollover. `EECLR` = clear EEPROM. `RGBt` = RGB toggle. See [Wireless & Control](Wireless-and-Control) and [RGB Controls](RGB-Controls).
+7 -7
@@ -7,8 +7,8 @@ The Q5 Max has a full per-key RGB matrix with Keychron's extended effect system
## Accessing RGB Controls
RGB keys are on the **KEEB_CTL layer**. Get there with:
- **One-shot:** Hold `FN1`, tap Right Ctrl press one RGB key
- **Locked:** `FN1`+`5` (LCK_CTL) use RGB keys freely `FN1`+`0` or `LCK_BASE` to exit
- **One-shot:** Hold `FN1`, tap Right Ctrl > press one RGB key
- **Locked:** `FN1`+`5` (LCK_CTL) > use RGB keys freely > `FN1`+`0` or `LCK_BASE` to exit
---
@@ -36,7 +36,7 @@ RGB keys are on the **KEEB_CTL layer**. Get there with:
| `RGB_VAD` | `S` | Brightness down |
| Encoder CW | (KEEB_CTL layer) | Brightness up |
| Encoder CCW | (KEEB_CTL layer) | Brightness down |
| `RGB_VAI` / `RGB_VAD` | `F5` / `F6` in F-row | Brightness ± |
| `RGB_VAI` / `RGB_VAD` | `F5` / `F6` in F-row | Brightness +/- |
### Hue (Colour)
@@ -64,8 +64,8 @@ RGB keys are on the **KEEB_CTL layer**. Get there with:
## Summary Layout (KEEB_CTL layer, main cluster)
```
RGBt RGBm VAI+ HUI+ SAI+ SPI+ ··· ··· ··· ··· ··· ··· ···
RGBr VAD- HUD- SAD- SPD- ··· ··· ··· ··· ··· ···
RGBt RGBm VAI+ HUI+ SAI+ SPI+ ... ... ... ... ... ... ...
RGBr VAD- HUD- SAD- SPD- ... ... ... ... ... ...
```
> `RGBt` = toggle, `RGBm` = next mode, `RGBr` = previous mode, `VAI/VAD` = brightness, `HUI/HUD` = hue, `SAI/SAD` = saturation, `SPI/SPD` = speed.
@@ -83,7 +83,7 @@ Settings configured in Launcher are saved to EEPROM and survive:
- Power cycles
- Bluetooth/2.4 GHz transport changes (wireless reconnect)
> If RGB reverts to the default heatmap after a transport change or power cycle, it indicates an EEPROM issue. The custom firmware specifically fixes this see the [firmware changelog](https://git.rootiest.dev/rootiest/qmk_firmware/pulls) for details.
> If RGB reverts to the default heatmap after a transport change or power cycle, it indicates an EEPROM issue. The custom firmware specifically fixes this -- see the [firmware changelog](https://git.rootiest.dev/rootiest/qmk_firmware/pulls) for details.
---
@@ -95,7 +95,7 @@ When EEPROM is cleared (`QK_CLEAR_EEPROM`) the per-key colours reset to the firm
|-----------|---------------|
| Escape | Red |
| CapsLock | Red |
| Alpha keys (QP, AL, ZM, Space) | Blue |
| Alpha keys (Q-P, A-L, Z-M, Space) | Blue |
| All other keys (modifiers, F-row, numpad, etc.) | Yellow |
These defaults are set by the `default_per_key_led[]` array in the board source code and can be overridden at any time through Keychron Launcher.
+21 -21
@@ -4,7 +4,7 @@
## Connection Modes
The Q5 Max supports three wireless/wired connection modes. You switch between them using the keys on the **KEEB_CTL layer** (hold `FN1`, tap Right Ctrl, then press the target key or lock KEEB_CTL with `FN1`+`5`).
The Q5 Max supports three wireless/wired connection modes. You switch between them using the keys on the **KEEB_CTL layer** (hold `FN1`, tap Right Ctrl, then press the target key -- or lock KEEB_CTL with `FN1`+`5`).
| Key | Mode | Notes |
|-----|------|-------|
@@ -39,11 +39,11 @@ The keyboard also has a **low battery warning**: when the battery drops below a
---
## KEEB_CTL Layer Full Reference
## KEEB_CTL Layer -- Full Reference
The KEEB_CTL layer is the keyboard's settings panel. Reach it by:
- **One-shot:** While FN1 is held, tap Right Ctrl (`OSL(KEEB_CTL)`) the next keypress comes from KEEB_CTL, then the keyboard returns to normal.
- **One-shot:** While FN1 is held, tap Right Ctrl (`OSL(KEEB_CTL)`) -- the next keypress comes from KEEB_CTL, then the keyboard returns to normal.
- **Locked:** Press `LCK_CTL` (`FN1`+`5`) to stay on KEEB_CTL.
### Wireless Keys (number row)
@@ -74,21 +74,21 @@ See [RGB Controls](RGB-Controls) for a full breakdown of the RGB keys.
| Key | Action |
|-----|--------|
| F1 | `Brid` Screen brightness down (macOS) |
| F2 | `Briu` Screen brightness up (macOS) |
| F3 | `Task` Task manager / Mission Control |
| F4 | `File` File manager |
| F5F6 | RGB brightness down / up |
| F7F9 | Previous / Play-Pause / Next track |
| F1 | `Brid` -- Screen brightness down (macOS) |
| F2 | `Briu` -- Screen brightness up (macOS) |
| F3 | `Task` -- Task manager / Mission Control |
| F4 | `File` -- File manager |
| F5-F6 | RGB brightness down / up |
| F7-F9 | Previous / Play-Pause / Next track |
| F10 | Mute |
| F11F12 | Volume down / up |
| F11-F12 | Volume down / up |
| Encoder | RGB brightness down / up |
---
## EEPROM Reset
> ⚠️ **Warning:** This permanently erases all EEPROM data: VIA keymaps, RGB settings, wireless pairings (some may survive depends on Keychron's implementation), and keyboard configuration. Use only as a last resort.
> [!] **Warning:** This permanently erases all EEPROM data: VIA keymaps, RGB settings, wireless pairings (some may survive -- depends on Keychron's implementation), and keyboard configuration. Use only as a last resort.
`QK_CLEAR_EEPROM` is located at the **numpad `0`** position on KEEB_CTL. After pressing it, the keyboard will restart with factory-default settings. You will need to re-pair Bluetooth devices and reconfigure your layout in VIA/Launcher.
@@ -99,23 +99,23 @@ See [RGB Controls](RGB-Controls) for a full breakdown of the RGB keys.
Both DIP switches are located on the **back of the keyboard**, next to the USB-C connector. When viewing them from the back, the switches read left-to-right as described below. Note that "left from the back" is the right side in normal keyboard orientation.
```
Back of keyboard USB-C connector side
Back of keyboard -- USB-C connector side
┌──────────────────────────────────────┐
··· USB-C
[SW2] [SW1]
└──────────────────────────────────────┘
+--------------------------------------+
| ... | < USB-C
| [SW2] [SW1] |
+--------------------------------------+
(viewed from the back)
SW1 = rightmost from back = left side of keyboard in normal use
SW2 = next to SW1 = slightly right of SW1 from the back
```
### SW1 Wireless Mode Switch (rightmost from back)
### SW1 -- Wireless Mode Switch (rightmost from back)
Selects the active connection mode. This is a three-position switch.
| Position (leftright, viewed from back) | Mode | Notes |
| Position (left>right, viewed from back) | Mode | Notes |
|------------------------------------------|------|-------|
| Left | **2.4 GHz** | Connects via the USB wireless dongle |
| Centre | **Wired** | USB-C cable connection |
@@ -123,13 +123,13 @@ Selects the active connection mode. This is a three-position switch.
> When set to Bluetooth, use the `BT_HST1`/`BT_HST2`/`BT_HST3` keys on the KEEB_CTL layer to choose which paired device to connect to.
### SW2 Win/Mac Backlight Switch (next to SW1)
### SW2 -- Win/Mac Backlight Switch (next to SW1)
Selects the RGB backlight preset. This is a two-position switch.
| Position (leftright, viewed from back) | Mode | Effect |
| Position (left>right, viewed from back) | Mode | Effect |
|------------------------------------------|------|--------|
| Left | **Win** | All LEDs overridden to solid white |
| Right | **Mac** | Normal RGB effect as configured in Launcher |
> The Win/Mac switch does **not** change the OS key layout or key behaviour it is purely a backlight visual preset. See [LED Indicators Win/Mac DIP Switch](LED-Indicators#winmac-dip-switch--full-keyboard-white-overlay) for full details on how the white overlay works.
> The Win/Mac switch does **not** change the OS key layout or key behaviour -- it is purely a backlight visual preset. See [LED Indicators -- Win/Mac DIP Switch](LED-Indicators#winmac-dip-switch--full-keyboard-white-overlay) for full details on how the white overlay works.