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This project is a custom 11-key mechanical macropad built using the Seeeduino XIAO RP2040 microcontroller and Cherry MX switches. The device primarily functions as a numpad, but it can also transform into a programmable macropad when certain keys are held. By holding the 0 and 1 keys the device switches software profiles and changes what the keys do from a regular numpad to a macropad. To use the macropad, simply plug it into your computer using a USB-C cable. The device will automatically be recognized as a keyboard. In its default mode, the keys act as a numeric keypad. Holding the 0 and 1 keys at the same time activates the macro profile, allowing the keys to trigger custom macros depending on the firmware configuration. I created this project to design a compact keypad that could serve both as a numpad and a programmable macro controller. Many keyboards (such as mine) do not include a numpad, and having an additional macro layer makes repetitive computer tasks faster and more convenient. This project was also a way to learn PCB design, CAD modeling, and firmware development for custom hardware. This design was reviewed and sanity-checked with peers to verify component placement and wiring before fabrication. Wiring PCB 3DModel

Item Quantity Description Footprint Link
Seeed XIAO RP2040 1 Microcontroller XIAO-RP2040 https://www.seeedstudio.com/XIAO-RP2040-p-5026.html
Cherry MX Switch 11 Mechanical key switch MX https://www.cherrymx.de/en/cherry-mx.html
1N4148 Diode 11 Signal diode DO-35 / SMD https://www.vishay.com/docs/81857/1n4148.pdf
Kailh Hot Swap Socket 11 Switch socket Kailh MX Socket https://splitkb.com/products/kailh-hotswap-sockets
Keycaps 11 MX compatible keycaps MX https://kbdfans.com
PCB 1 Custom Hackpad PCB Custom
Case 1 3D printed case Custom
Screws 4 Case mounting screws M2 https://www.mcmaster.com

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This is a macropad that will function as both a numpad and a traditional macropad

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