Gaming Keypad 12 Key

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This is the second version of a gaming (macro) keypad I am working on. The first version utilized an arduino. This version will be using a zero delay usb encoder. Minor changes have been made also: 1. Top plate is thicker 2. USB cutout now set for a usb encoder 3. Wrist rest slightly more rounded 4. Edges slightly more rounded Directions: Top plate is press to fit, if too tight-lightly sand. If too loose you may want to glue in place, for me it was just perfect. I am using a zero delay usb encoder I found on amazon for around $10, you can find it by searching for "Reyann Zero Delay Arcade USB Encoder Pc to Joystick". For 12 buttons I prefer these over an arduino due to less soldering and no need for code writing. The switches are cherry mx style. You will need to solder the wires on the switch side, but no the encoder side as they have plugs. After all is soldered and plugged in, the box will be recognized as a joystick. From there you can use it with games that use joystick button mappings, or install a program such as joy2key and use any keystroke or mouse button you like (I do this for alot of my games. The arm that extends out is for your wrist to set on, I find it pretty comfortable. If a version is desired without it, please let me know.