keychron_qmk_firmware/keyboards/handwired/dactyl_maximus/readme.md

Dactyl Maximus

Thanks to unit-5370 for image

The largest Dactyl variation available from a Dactyl generator. This variation is electronically more similar to the Dactyl (Pro Micro) as it requires two micro controllers, one per half, instead of the Dactyl's original implementation of one microcontroller and an I/O expander.

• Keyboard Maintainer: Duncan Sutherland
• Hardware Supported: Pro Micro controller, of clone of
• Case Files: Dactyl Generator

'Keys' settings for Dactyl Generator link:

• Number of Columns: 7
• Use Number Row: true
• Use Bottom Row: true
• Thumb Key Count: 8

Make example for this keyboard (after setting up your build environment):

make handwired/dactyl_maximus:default

Flashing example for this keyboard:

make handwired/dactyl_maximus:default:flash

See the build environment setup and the make instructions for more information. Brand new to QMK? Start with our Complete Newbs Guide.

Bootloader

Enter the bootloader in 3 ways:

• Bootmagic reset: Hold down the key at (0,0) in the matrix (usually the top left key or Escape) and plug in the keyboard
• Physical reset button: Briefly press the button on the back of the PCB - some may have pads you must short instead
• Keycode in layout: Press the key mapped to QK_BOOT if it is available