vial-layouts

QMK/Vial Layout - General Mac Macros Layout

QMK/Vial Layout - General Mac Macros Layout

If you've recently acquired a Macropad with QMK/VIAL installed and are eager to dive into programming some useful macros, you're in for a treat. Macropads, compact and customizable input devices, offer incredible versatility for streamlining your workflow. Whether you're a programmer, a gamer, or someone who just loves efficiency, learning how to program your Macropad can open up a world of possibilities.

 

Provided is a VIAL Layout File (*.vil) for the ZMK 9K EN1 / ZM K9 with useful MacOS Macros

Loading VIAL Layout

You can Load a Saved Layout through File->Load Saved Layout->"Select File" while in VIAL
⚠️⚠️ Loading VIAL Layout File (.vil) will override whats preprogrammed on your macropad. Make sure to hit "Save Current Layout" to backup your Layout ⚠️⚠️

 

If you haven't already downloaded and installed Vial


How Some of the Macros Work!

VOLUME UP/DOWN & MUTE
Don't need to explain much, other then the encoder the Volume Up/Down is assigned to on the ZMK 9K EN1 / ZM K9 is pulsing a Vol Up/Dn Key command for every click you hear when you rotate it!


MEDIA PLAY/PAUSE, PREV & NEXT
Deal with media playing on your computer without clicking into play/pause/next/prev on Spotify/Youtube/Etc 

SPOTLIGHT SEARCH


SCREENSHOT / RECORDING
Capture what you need instantly!


MISSION CONTROL / SPACE SWITCH
Easily switch Virtual-Desktops / Spaces without your trackpad or using two hands (removing your mouse from hand) to switch spaces or access mission control

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