Span

Span is a 3x5+3 split keyboard, with 2u, 1.5u, 1u thumb clusters.

The keyboard layout Span uses is derived from GergoPlex, a keyboard that was originally available on gboards.ca (now defunct).

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

make idank/spankbd:default

Flashing example for this keyboard:

make idank/spankbd: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 front of the PCB. Double tap for pro micro, 1 second press for Sea Picro / RP2040s.
  • Keycode in layout: Press the key mapped to QK_BOOT if it is available.