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Getting Started:
Mad Noodle Keypads

Where To Start?

So you got your new Mad Noodle Keypad and don't know where to start? 

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Step 1:

Assemble Your Keypad 

Follow the guide, to attach your baseplate with the included hardware kit.

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Mad Noodle Assembly and Anatomy Vertical

Step 3:

Customize 

Regardless of what firmware path you take, you should familiarize yourself with the plethora of KEYCODEs QMK and Vial use.

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Everything from typing a basic letter to controlling your RGBs or switching layers all have their own special keycode that can be mapped to your keypad to customize its functionality.

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Click HERE for the full list of keycodes.

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Step 4:

You're Good to Go! 

Congrats! Your new Mad Noodle Keypad is good to go! 

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If have any questions or run into any issues, you can contact me by filling out the contact form on our Contact Page.

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Happy Typing! 

Step 2:

Choose Your Firmware Option

 

Easy: Vial (BETA)

For new users or users looking for an overall simpler and quicker programming experience, Vial is simple desktop software for remapping your keypad via an easy-to-use GUI.

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Select the "Vial" Button below and follow the guide for installation.

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Advanced: QMK

For users who are familiar with, or are looking to learn QMK

 

Select the "QMK" button below and follow the guide on our Github to get started. 

Please note: The QMK Configurator is not currently compatible with Rotary encoders, so Keymaps must be written and compiled manually (AKA the old fashioned way).

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