CREATING A CUSTOM KEYBOARD LAYOUT (WINDOWS 10)

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  • Опубліковано 29 вер 2024
  • In this video i go over how to create a custom keyboard layout on windows 10 using the Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator.
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    UPDATED LINK:
    (after Microsoft took the link off their main site)
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    Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator:
    www.microsoft....
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  • @nullishentity
    @nullishentity Місяць тому +1

    hi im not certain if you still check these comments, but whenever i export my project (build DLL) and i go back to settings, it says "invalid input method" and the keyboard doesnt work when i remove my original US keyboard. is there any way to fix this? and thank you for the tutorial!

  • @jpmedranomusic
    @jpmedranomusic 3 роки тому +2

    Great video, I had the isssue the Ñ an ; switching from English to Spanish, thanks for sharing

  • @gunjchowwiwat8357
    @gunjchowwiwat8357 3 роки тому +6

    Yes! I finally found someone that talk and teach about this topic!
    I try to make a custom keyboard for my conlang and this video is very helpful.
    Can this program make something like Chinese/Japanese method input with word prediction?

    • @GeneralHowToTutorials
      @GeneralHowToTutorials  3 роки тому +1

      I don't think this program will have anything to do with word predictions, only input.

    • @aamirrt
      @aamirrt Рік тому

      OMG SAME REASON

  • @ryanpark3523
    @ryanpark3523 3 роки тому +6

    Thx for the detail and nice tutorial !! I just switched #9 to ( and #10 to ). As a developer, this custom set helps my pinky get less stress than before !! Thx a lot again!

  • @fastsolution
    @fastsolution 2 роки тому

    I am a programmer and accidentally bought japnese keyboard layout ... What a pain

  • @ВаняИван-т9б
    @ВаняИван-т9б 4 роки тому +4

    Whem i click build DLL and setup package (Even on already existing non changed keyboard layout) it gives me 4 errors with text
    "CL.EXE returned 1
    RC.EXE returned 1
    LINK.EXE returned 1"
    After that it acts like it didn't generate any files. Nothing appears in the working directory. Please help.

    • @Mboy556
      @Mboy556 3 роки тому

      soo did you found how to fix it allready ?

    • @ВаняИван-т9б
      @ВаняИван-т9б 3 роки тому

      @@Mboy556 removed spaces from the folder's name.

    • @Mboy556
      @Mboy556 3 роки тому

      @@ВаняИван-т9б thanks, will try that!

    • @compangit1524
      @compangit1524 3 роки тому

      Got this same problem and yes, removing spaces from "Utility Files" making it "UtilityFiles" only worked. Thanks to this comment

  • @martinzabojnik2503
    @martinzabojnik2503 3 роки тому +2

    I tryed Powertoys (multiple unworking versions), Mouse and Keyboard Center (for Microsoft keyboards, which my HP laptop don´t have), HP Premium Keyboard
    Software and drivers for HP Premium Keyboard (HP software), Hetman Software and SharpKeys. After many wasted hours this software can finally fix my little problem with wirdly painted keys on my HP laptop. Thanks.

  • @mastergun3602
    @mastergun3602 3 роки тому +6

    the only one who can explain like this!!!! keep up with this content

    • @yemarj1
      @yemarj1 3 роки тому

      how did u get it when the link isnt a thing anymore

  • @mastergun3602
    @mastergun3602 3 роки тому +1

    could you do an video showing how to uninstall keyboard layouts?

  • @Tottorul
    @Tottorul 6 місяців тому

    I'm a bit confused. Why does the shift states in the pop up menu claim "shift", "ctrl+alt" and "shift+ctrl+alt" as shift states. While the left pane in the main window under "shift states:" says "shift", "alt+ctrl", "ctrl". One says "shift+ctrl+alt" is a shift state while the other not and the other says "ctrl" is a shift state while the other not... Any clue?

  • @dreastonbikrain1896
    @dreastonbikrain1896 3 роки тому +1

    [SOLVED] How can I uninstall a layout that I created?

    • @dreastonbikrain1896
      @dreastonbikrain1896 3 роки тому +2

      Never mind :) , after 10min I found the answer, you just uninstall it like any other app from the system
      Source:
      superuser.com/questions/170651/how-can-i-uninstall-a-keyboard-that-microsoft-keyboard-layout-creator-created/171162

  • @Zelenyi.Klyn.Ce.Ukraïna
    @Zelenyi.Klyn.Ce.Ukraïna Рік тому

    Why during building DLL and setup package is it writing: "There was a problem building keyboard file"??? Help, anyone!

  • @kiyvro2601
    @kiyvro2601 3 роки тому

    Every time to instal it i get the message "this requires the .NET Framework version 3.5. Please instal the .NET Framework and run this setup again. Whats it even talking about and will downloading this mess something else up on my pc?

  • @InfinityGamer537
    @InfinityGamer537 9 місяців тому

    thank you soo much for this vedeo (: it works perfectly if anyone one have a probelm reply to this comment i'll find solution :)

  • @alexisdeweirt2077
    @alexisdeweirt2077 3 роки тому

    Doenst work. When i wanna save it, i get another popup screen. He doenst save mine as a 'keyboard' but as an '.KLC. file. I cant seem to get it right.

  • @stanichu_
    @stanichu_ 2 роки тому +1

    THANKSSSSSSSSS

  • @bodymuezik
    @bodymuezik 2 роки тому +1

    I don't have this option "Choose an input method to always use as default". The language options menu looks the same except it doesn't have that.

  • @Dioxol
    @Dioxol 4 роки тому +3

    I can't press "Build DLL and Setup Package" with the download you provided (the updated one).
    Is there a way to do that?

    • @LeeTheGoat
      @LeeTheGoat 4 роки тому

      yeah i have the same problem

    • @Lucaaaa0
      @Lucaaaa0 4 роки тому

      I used this Link: www.chip.de/downloads/Microsoft-Keyboard-Layout-Creator_24017012.html this works for me

    • @soriterium
      @soriterium 3 роки тому

      @@Lucaaaa0 and it has virus

    • @Lucaaaa0
      @Lucaaaa0 3 роки тому

      @@soriterium just adware, which can be deselected, right?

  • @conphine6763
    @conphine6763 2 роки тому +1

    Whenever i make a keyboard layout and try to select the keyboard type in the right of my taskbar, its not there. Does anyone know how to fix this?

  • @Jo-qe2rf
    @Jo-qe2rf 4 роки тому +2

    Microsoft takes down all the files that manipulates keyboard changes. Upload the installer from a mega or drive cause neither this link or any other video is available.

    • @GeneralHowToTutorials
      @GeneralHowToTutorials  4 роки тому +3

      I put the updated link to a google drive with the file in the description. Thank you for bringing this to my attention. I would appreciate a like and maybe a sub if you haven't already. Have a good day!

  • @Saad-ky3yx
    @Saad-ky3yx 2 роки тому +1

    Great video brother i was very thanks full to you... It is was very helpful to me..., once again thanku very much.. 👍❤

  • @Isolationn2
    @Isolationn2 Рік тому

    what do i do if it says "Unavailable Input Method"????

  • @f4llingfeathers456
    @f4llingfeathers456 2 роки тому

    didnt work it says this setup requires net. framework verson 3.5

  • @LeeTheGoat
    @LeeTheGoat 4 роки тому +1

    the button for Build DLL and Setup Package is grayed out and not working. why is that? and how do i fix it?

  • @ApexYes2
    @ApexYes2 4 роки тому +2

    Hi and thank you for this video it’s very good and clear.
    I used it to do create a custom keyboard in Swedish. There is a Windows Swedish version I had already installed, that adds some letters but then also takes away some functions that used to be there, e.g. “ ( ) ? / etc. I could never find them on the Swedish version, so I put them in convenient locations in the Swedish custom under Shift + Ctrl. My problem is that it does not work in Word 2007 that I use, just works as the usual Swedish keyboard, but nothing new happens when I use the Shift+Ctrl, even though Swedish Custom is selected. However, the custom additions work fine now using the simple Notepad, but not word….
    Word is where I need it though…I have checked under my window’s settings and it is showing the Swedish Custom (I deleted the original Swedish per your advice) and the English US which I use as default.
    Since the custom changes work in Notepad, I don’t think my keyboard is defective.
    I run Windows 10 (32bit) and MS Office 2007. I tried a repair of MS office 2007 (not uninstall and re-install), but the problem is still there. Any ideas on a solution to get the custom keyboard to work in Word?
    Thank you so much

    • @Asakha1
      @Asakha1 2 роки тому

      You might try to remap them with another key then Ctrl+Shift like Alt+Ctrl. Some programs already use the Ctrl key for functions and it might conflict, but the Ctrl+Alt combination is used to add characters on many keyboard (like the French Canadian that I use). and won't conflict.

  • @Term-0
    @Term-0 Рік тому

    I write a lot of stuff in binary and the 1 and 0 keys are way too far apart

  • @NextMRV
    @NextMRV Рік тому

    also is there a way to mak a key have the same function as escape

  • @afternoonkfhyh568
    @afternoonkfhyh568 2 роки тому

    when i was done editing the properties i pressed ok and it didnt show the Save As window

  • @NextMRV
    @NextMRV Рік тому

    i do not get the option to choose this imput method as deafult

  • @swaggedout
    @swaggedout Рік тому

    We brown people got competition, bro. Great tutorial!

  • @MdJahidulIslam-cj3tm
    @MdJahidulIslam-cj3tm Місяць тому

    Can i add a keyboard of ubuntu in windows?

  • @ryliemontgomery3753
    @ryliemontgomery3753 Рік тому

    Would i be able to do this with 2 keyboards? my goal is to have 1 keyboard as normal and my other one as a macro keyboard to use for whatever i want

    • @GeneralHowToTutorials
      @GeneralHowToTutorials  Рік тому

      No, I don't think this is what you are looking for. Look into a program called "reWASD" it may get you going in the right direction.

  • @ten_cents3436
    @ten_cents3436 Рік тому

    It doesnt pop up in my thing

  • @Juasbhu
    @Juasbhu 2 роки тому

    Does anyone know if the link works with W11?

  • @Buazzi1
    @Buazzi1 2 дні тому

    THANKS A MILLION

  • @gustavobertoni1381
    @gustavobertoni1381 4 роки тому +1

    How can we remap the ´ characters ? Like, i want to type é but when i try to assign the ´ to another key, i get ´e. How can i resolve this?

    • @doggo7567
      @doggo7567 4 роки тому

      a dead key. open up existing keyboard and check us international keyboard to see how its done

    • @gustavobertoni1381
      @gustavobertoni1381 4 роки тому +1

      @@doggo7567 I figured out, every key should be mapped individually like á é í ó ú etc

  • @benstarbeatz
    @benstarbeatz 3 роки тому

    where are the arrow keys. I want to use this app to play blur on pc after changing controls. Would like to use arrows to move car

  • @mikkeluostarinen1338
    @mikkeluostarinen1338 3 роки тому

    fak that keyboard layout creator not work any more

  • @karimgeniokarim-genio5086
    @karimgeniokarim-genio5086 5 місяців тому

    great tuto there ! been using AZERTY for 20 years and had to buy a qwerty keyboard yesterday....and well this solution is nice ! will only remove a couple of keycaps and the rest with your help !

  • @alfredosojr
    @alfredosojr 3 роки тому

    how to make wasd act like arrow keys?

  • @robinreso6240
    @robinreso6240 2 роки тому

    can it also remap keys to mousebuttons?

  • @LokiOdinssnn
    @LokiOdinssnn 2 роки тому

    what if you have a larger keyboard then this program has as a layout? like extra number keys etc to the right of the "normal" keyboard? is there any way to customize it?

  • @Vooni.
    @Vooni. Рік тому

    what if i wanted to change something to esc

  • @errz_07
    @errz_07 Рік тому

    how do you delete it after youve made one?

  • @beanieteamie7435
    @beanieteamie7435 4 роки тому +1

    I just get a 404 when clicking the link for the Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator...

  • @pablodominguez526
    @pablodominguez526 3 роки тому +1

    Great video, though I have a problem: When clicking "Build DLL and Setup Package", there's a message that says: "The Keyboard Layout Creator was unable to build the Windows Installer package."
    If anyone can help, thank you.

    • @GeneralHowToTutorials
      @GeneralHowToTutorials  3 роки тому

      Hey, thank you for watching.. unfortunately Microsoft has removed the software and it seems that mine does not work either... you may be able to find the software elsewhere online, in which case my tutorial will work fine for you.. I can not link to these other sites as I can not confirm the authenticity.

    • @Laura0IN
      @Laura0IN 3 роки тому

      @@GeneralHowToTutorials would be interested in a solution on this, thanks ahead of time.
      I downloaded the Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator but it’s telling me it needs .net Framework ver 3.5 installed which I can’t find.
      My PC had a 4. Something version already installed but the software is Apparently not backwards compatible.
      Was needing to assign a few more characters in a Language keyboard for Hebrew and I’ve not found another solution.

    • @GeneralHowToTutorials
      @GeneralHowToTutorials  3 роки тому +1

      @@Laura0IN www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=21 have you tried there?
      You may need to Uninstall your existing .net framework. If you get the keyboard creator working i will be very surprised and would love to hear how.
      I have tried getting it to work since they removed it but to no avail.
      There may be some other, less prevalent software that can be used, on which I am not familiar.

    • @Laura0IN
      @Laura0IN 3 роки тому

      @@GeneralHowToTutorials Thanks! I was able to get it installed, and I think I got a successful keyboard created, but I got stuck with my test keyboard on, and had to uninstall it.
      I found a solution for my Hebrew problem in the meantime, so I don’t have an immediate need to “reinvent the wheel” and learn all the ins and outs of MSKeyboard layout Creator.
      I’m not sure why it worked for me as opposed to others, except fervent prayers by many. My system lately has had a ton of Gremlins in it, and doesn’t work like it’s supposed to.
      I have a Lenovo that a friend had to install a new hard drive in last fall. He loaded just the basic Windows 10 onto it. We lost everything a few yrs ago in a flood, so my ancient Microsoft Office is gone, and I’ve slowly (rural WiFI SLoooow) been loading programs on it was their need arises. I just made the switch from notepad to LibreOffice for word processing. I was making due with Inkscape and notepad as I’m a graphic artist.
      I would be happy to try and supply more specific info if you have specific questions on settings etc, but you may have to walk me through things. I used to work WITH programmers, but my mind doesn’t work like it used to...lol.
      ****************
      Solution for my Hebrew problem that brought me here, in case others need it.
      I have found a font that I like, with a specific Dalet shape and foreign Language Keyboard (allows onscreen or Physical keyboard entry) that will allow for the easiest phonetical typing on QWERTY (English keyboard layout) on Windows 10 PCs including with free software like LibreOffice...because it uses Unicode for the foreign languages, which offers best cross-platform viewing!
      I’m supplying the link below, and if interested or needed.
      www.sbl-site.org/educational/biblicalfonts.aspx

  • @Zachskatesstreet
    @Zachskatesstreet 2 роки тому

    so what about undo shortcuts. do i have to remap every shortcut like undo now that Z for ctrl z is un a different spot with my custom layout?

  • @Squiddyy
    @Squiddyy 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks! I created dvorak with Polish letters.

  • @ryanperron4399
    @ryanperron4399 2 роки тому

    When I try to build DLL it verifies but doesn't give me the option to open directory and I can't find the run file, anyone know the issue?

    • @GeneralHowToTutorials
      @GeneralHowToTutorials  2 роки тому

      Unfortunately Microsoft quit hosting their files, what I have provided myself does not seem to be everything that is needed. If you are able to find the proper files online and get the method shown here to work please let me know so I can share with everyone. I am sorry I can not be more helpful. This video is outdated. I apologize if I wasted your time.

    • @ryanperron4399
      @ryanperron4399 2 роки тому

      @@GeneralHowToTutorials Ah I understand, no worries! and thank you for the quick reply!

  • @TYazaja
    @TYazaja 2 роки тому

    the setting dosen't appear for me

  • @YannMetalhead
    @YannMetalhead 2 роки тому

    Thank you very much.

  • @kavidhudissanayaka5128
    @kavidhudissanayaka5128 2 роки тому

    This video was very helpful . I need to re-map my keyboard with several key combinations . As a example, when press 'S+D' It should shows 'A'. How do I create such that kind of key combinations. Please anyone with the knowledge , kindly request your help.

  • @moshetzarfatipiano
    @moshetzarfatipiano 2 роки тому

    Please Someone know if I can do it on android or mobile?

    • @GeneralHowToTutorials
      @GeneralHowToTutorials  2 роки тому

      If you want to change the keyboard on Android it is through the settings. You could probably download a new keyboard layout on the play store.

  • @lorenzoluccioli6699
    @lorenzoluccioli6699 4 роки тому

    When I run MSKLC.exe it gives me a warning that says:
    "You seem to be missing a critical file : '.\inc\basetsd.h'.
    If you continue loading, you will be unable to build keyboards.
    Do you wish to continue?"
    If I continue it opens the program and I can load existing keyboards, change the keys and create the .klc file, but I cannot click on Build DLL and Setup Package.
    Is there a way to fix this?

  • @sayem4494
    @sayem4494 2 роки тому

    It's possible to use 2 keyboard same time? custome layout keyboard and standard keyboard side by side..

  • @tusharsadaf515
    @tusharsadaf515 Рік тому

    very very thank you man

  • @michaldevetsedm1882
    @michaldevetsedm1882 4 роки тому +1

    Hi, is there a way to show the number pad for remapping numbers on larger keyboards? All other remap programs seem to show it but its nowhere to be found in the MKLC..

    • @Tchukine
      @Tchukine 3 місяці тому +1

      Did u found it?

  • @NYANKITTENGAMER
    @NYANKITTENGAMER 3 роки тому

    when i opened the file it opened with 7 zip so it didn't open the wizard
    edit: I figured it out

  • @Akira-on8ju
    @Akira-on8ju 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you This can help

  • @deepwebcowboy6681
    @deepwebcowboy6681 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks a lot! Nice Vid

  • @samuraiyt7425
    @samuraiyt7425 Рік тому

    Thank you 👍

  • @shakan197
    @shakan197 8 місяців тому

    thanks it helped so much i only saw other videos for an older win10 edition now it works

  • @dvorak3935
    @dvorak3935 3 роки тому +1

    thanks man it works

  • @dulangachamika9171
    @dulangachamika9171 2 роки тому

    Thank you

  • @namakoro_osu
    @namakoro_osu 3 роки тому

    it just resets my layout to qwerty and doesn't change it

  • @martinweissman3660
    @martinweissman3660 3 роки тому

    Great Video! I have a Keyboard where the fn key must be pressed to get the function keys F1-F12 . Can I remap so that the default is F1-F12 and using the Fn key I would get to the media keys?

    • @martinzabojnik2503
      @martinzabojnik2503 3 роки тому

      I suspect this would not be possible, since the OS isn't supposed to see the Fn key:
      en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fn_key#Technical_details

  • @aahnafiya
    @aahnafiya 2 роки тому

    I almost done it but finally when I wanted to build the file it says there is a problem to build the file and shows so many warnings too. what can I do? help me please

  • @raffaellegregorryc.1276
    @raffaellegregorryc.1276 3 роки тому

    Is it ok if I changes the description?
    Like:
    US - Custom to ID - Wudkfnn (or etc.)

  • @martinweissman3660
    @martinweissman3660 3 роки тому

    Does Microsoft keyboard Layout Center work with all keyboards or just with Microsoft Keyboards?

  • @kenzhebektaniyev8180
    @kenzhebektaniyev8180 3 роки тому

    thank you so much bro! санк иу со матш!

  • @attaube
    @attaube Рік тому

    good guide. appreciate your time

  • @rootsrockers109
    @rootsrockers109 2 роки тому

    Thank you very much. You saved me!!!

  • @TheRhalf
    @TheRhalf 4 роки тому

    it actually worked for me, but i'm using 1909

    • @Mboy556
      @Mboy556 3 роки тому

      no error? or did you fix em? if yeah.., how?

  • @krzychukar676
    @krzychukar676 2 роки тому

    Good tutorial, thanks for help.

  • @iurikoth
    @iurikoth 3 роки тому

    404. Not found. :(

    • @GeneralHowToTutorials
      @GeneralHowToTutorials  3 роки тому

      unfortunately Microsoft removed the program from their site. And it seems that my new link doesn't work so well either (works like half way) but I am working on a new way of accomplishing this. Sorry for the inconvenience. Maybe consider subscribing so you will notified when I post a new video. I will also try to reply back if I find a new method. Have a good night/day.

  • @Mboy556
    @Mboy556 3 роки тому

    WIndows blocked us from clicking
    "choose an input method to always use as default" 0:33

    • @kiyvro2601
      @kiyvro2601 3 роки тому +1

      theres a different way to access it now, you click at the top of the page where it says "keyboard" then it takes you to the same menue

    • @Mboy556
      @Mboy556 3 роки тому

      @@kiyvro2601 Thank you, i found it now :D

  • @horaciogirod5684
    @horaciogirod5684 2 роки тому

    Huuuuge props to this guy. You saved me

  • @badller
    @badller 2 роки тому

    Thank u

  • @0011johan
    @0011johan 3 роки тому

    thank you ! it worked !!

  • @mahsam6878
    @mahsam6878 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much🌸🌸🌸

  • @petiailieva7849
    @petiailieva7849 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much for the time and effort you put into this. The help is appreciated!

  • @MaxwellMAyera
    @MaxwellMAyera Рік тому

    THIS IS BRILLIANT

  • @yayazabouche
    @yayazabouche 3 роки тому

    Thanks a lot !

  • @muhsin001
    @muhsin001 4 роки тому

    thanks alot. is there way to change ctrl+c to letter A for example ?

    • @GeneralHowToTutorials
      @GeneralHowToTutorials  4 роки тому +1

      You should be able to achieve that by clicking on the "ctrl" shift-states button

    • @muhsin001
      @muhsin001 4 роки тому

      @@GeneralHowToTutorials thanks, if you can tell me bit more how to do it please. I have been trying over few hours. if i click ctrl" shift-states button, isnt that when you have to press "ctrl". i want to make it easy for copy paste. so i dont need to click ctrl+c for each time. for example i want to change it to letter "a"

  • @firstlast493
    @firstlast493 4 роки тому

    Are any alternatives?

    • @GeneralHowToTutorials
      @GeneralHowToTutorials  4 роки тому

      There are some alternatives but this is the best way to do it as the software is created by Microsoft so it is safe and more reliable.

    • @FirmDaKitsuneOfficial
      @FirmDaKitsuneOfficial 4 роки тому +1

      @@GeneralHowToTutorials Yeah.. got an error "Index out of the board" or something like this (PS: I'm french)

    • @Mboy556
      @Mboy556 3 роки тому

      I use one that's called "AutoHotkey"
      but it doesn't work in some games.... sadly.