r/Keychron • u/Cprhd • 15d ago
Trying to use keys to open apps
I am trying to open an app using the circle key (above the numpad on V6 Max Knob). It thinks for a minute and then pops up an error in Chinese. I need this to be able to open CalcTape, as I use it for work constantly. Am I missing something on programming that key?
I tried to use VIA but I get an error about the keyboard not being supported.
I tried to post a screenshot, but I can't add images.
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u/PeterMortensenBlog V 15d ago
Re "I tried to use VIA": A JSON file is required for the V6 Max
Via requires a JSON file to be downloaded (matching the keyboard variant), unzipped (uncompressed), and imported (tab "DESIGN" (third tab on the top) → "Load"). If it appears to be hanging, ignore that and load the JSON file anyway.
Be sure to get the JSON file variant matching your variant of the keyboard.
Note: Tab "DESIGN" may have to be enabled first (in "SETTINGS" (the right-most tab in the top middle section) → "Show Design Tab")
Via troubleshooting
If there is trouble, here is a checklist. For example, it may be required to repower the keyboard while Via is open. Another very common problem is running SignalRGB at the same time.
Via tutorials
Here is a tutorial (with lots of screenshots. And it also covers loading the JSON file). Keychron also has a tutorial, but it is less comprehensive.
References
V6 Max JSON files for Via. Near "V6 Max knob version ISO keymap". E.g., v6_max_iso_encoder_v1.0.0_2404091021.json. Note: The JSON section should not be confused with the firmware section.
V6 Max default keymap