Keyboard Tools I Actually Use
The practical stack behind my split setups: from flashing to layouts to daily tweaks.
Allison••1 min read
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Keyboard Tools I Actually Use
People ask how I manage layers and firmware without losing days to tinkering. Here’s the short list.
Firmware and flashing
- ZMK + West for Sofle/NRF52 boards
- QMK Toolbox when I’m in the QMK world
Layout and tuning
- VIA/Vial for quick experiments on QMK boards
- Keymap layers tuned for editing, nav, and symbols first; everything else second
Daily sanity
- A printed keymap nearby for new layers
- One‑week “practice window” for any big change before deciding
This is how I keep tinkering fun—and keep shipping.