BETA Device App v0.8.0 • Hardware & Desktop Companion • Released: 2026-08-28
PawKey MacroPad
Custom tactile macropad with dual rotary encoders, OLED telemetry & desktop companion
Built with: RP2040 QMK Rust Tauri
Overview
PawKey MacroPad is a CNC-machined 8-key tactile keyboard accessory featuring two smooth rotary encoders and an active 128x32 OLED monitor. It works out-of-the-box as a standard HID device and pairs with the PawKey desktop companion utility for custom profiles, dynamic layer switching, and hardware telemetry.
Key Features
- Haptic Encoders: Smooth precision dials with push-click functionality for volume, scrubbing, and IDE scrolling.
- Companion Desktop App: Electron-free Tauri + Rust configuration software with zero idle CPU overhead.
- OLED System Glance: Live CPU/RAM monitoring, Git branch name display, and mute status indicators directly on hardware.
- Hot-swappable Switches: Gateron / Cherry MX compatible sockets with per-key RGB backlighting.