Frequently asked questions
When will it ship or be available in stock?
Orders on this website will ship according to your selected batch. In stock orders will become available after all pre-orders and earlier orders have been fulfilled.
I need a numpad! Is there a full sized version available?
The keyboard features a USB-C port on both sides of the device to add on any peripheral such as an external numpad if desired. We plan to release a matching numpad add-on in the future.
What applications are supported?
Any pre-existing hotkey bindings will function in any software and a custom layout can be made to support it. By default the following layouts are included with more to come over time:
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe Lightroom
- Ableton Live
- Autodesk 3ds Max
- Autodesk Fusion 360
- Autodesk Maya
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Blender
- Cinema 4D
- Davinci Resolve
- Discord
- Figma
- Final Cut Pro
- FL Studio
- Gnome Linux
- Jetbrains IntelliJ
- KDE Linux
- Logic Pro
- MacOS
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook Classic
- Microsoft Outlook New
- Microsoft Outlook for MacOS
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Visual Studio
- Microsoft Word
- OBS Studio
- SolidWorks
- Steinberg Cubase
- Unity
- Unreal Engine 4/5
- Visual Studio Code
- Windows 11
- Zoom
What operating systems are supported?
- Windows 10/11
- macOS 11+
- Linux
- Android / iOS – Limited compatibility (see FAQ regarding operation without installed software)
See here for further details on OS compatibility.
Does it need a utility installed to run? Can I use it on a computer that restricts users from installing software?
In order to customise and configure the keyboard, the provided Flux Polymath software must be used. However, once a configuration is loaded onto the keyboard’s on-board memory it can be used even on computers that do not have the Flux Polymath software installed. Shortcuts and custom macros consisting of combination keypresses will still function as well as manual switching between profiles. However, more advanced functionality such as automatic layout switching based on the active window and certain application specific features such as album art and track information for music will not be available if Flux Polymath is not installed and running.
Will there be an ortho/ortho split layout?
Due to the position of the sensors ortho layouts will not be available. We hope to do a separate ortho split model in the future and the best way to make that happen is to let people know about this product.
Can you use it for gaming/what is the latency like?
Analog hall effect sensors are the best type of sensors for gaming as they allow for adjustable actuation point and rapid trigger functionality which provides some advantages for rapid direction changes or in rhythm games. Polling rate is 1000hz, however the performance may exceed higher polling keyboards as most real world latency comes from the key travel time and debounce.
How do the keys work?
The keys contain magnets along their perimeter which are attracted by magnets in the frame which surrounds them. This magnetic attraction suspends them in place and provides the return force which makes the key bounce back after depressing – similar to a spring.
Is it a touchscreen like on a phone or tablet?
No, the keyboard does not function as a touchscreen. This means there is no accidental actuation from resting fingers on the keys.
Can I use it as an external monitor?
No, the keyboard is not recognised as a display device by the host computer operating system. It is driven by its own independent efficient embedded microprocessor to provide a more seamless user experience and compatibility with more devices. Also your mouse cursor will never get lost on your keyboard.
Will the keys hit and damage the screen?
No, there is a mechanical end stop built into the frame which prevents keys from hitting the screen.
What ports do I need?
The Flux Keyboard can be connected using the included USB-C to USB-C cable or the included USB-C to USB-C (power) + USB-A (data) cable.
Your computer will need either a free USB-A port or a free USB-C 2.0 port with minimum power delivery of 5V 1.5A. If you plan to use additional peripherals connected to the keyboard’s hub ports then 5V 3A is recommended. The keyboard features a USB-C receptacle for removable cable. If your computer’s USB-C port is unable to provide adequate power, a 5V 3A USB-C power supply/charger (sold separately) can be used with the included USB-C to USB-C (power) + USB-A (data) cable.
Can I play a movie on this? How much storage is there?
Yes you can play video files on this, there is 8GB of inbuilt storage for wallpapers and icons. You can easily fit a few 1080p feature length films.
How do you clean it?
The removable frame allows easy access to the gaps under the keys where dirt generally gathers on a normal keyboard, making cleaning much easier. The frame itself is also totally passive with no electronics within it.
How customisable is it? Can I make my own layouts?
The Flux Keyboard is infinitely customisable, any image or video can be used as a wallpaper with some interactive styles as well. The key legends/symbols and mapping are also completely customisable with support for macros.
What key layouts are available?
Frames will be available in:
- ANSI 85 Key layout
- ISO 87 Key layout (with split enter key)
The keyboard’s base is compatible with any frame, so it is possible to swap between these layouts if you wanted to.
What switches will be available?
Two switch types are available:
- Tactile 55g
- Linear 45g
How many languages are supported on the Flux Keyboard?
Over 1,000 keyboard language layouts across MacOS, Windows and Linux are supported.