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1. #Karabiner elements not working with microsoft sculpt for mac#
2. #Karabiner elements not working with microsoft sculpt install#

Unfortunately, Karabiner and Karabiner-Elements don’t support the Windows key. The best I could come up with as a replacement is using the TILT on the Scroll-wheel to go Forwards/Backwards.

#Karabiner elements not working with microsoft sculpt install#

This can be configured with the help of USB Overdrive.ĭownload and install USB Overdrive. and throw a few bucks to the developer for this awesome application, if you wish.As well as having a fine pedigree in mice and keyboards – the Microsoft Sculpt Comfort Keyboard and Microsoft Wireless Desktop 3000 being two highlights, Microsoft also has enviable experience in creating ergonomically designed devices, and its expertise is evident in the Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Desktop. If the word 'Ergonomic' in the name wasn't enough of a clue as to Microsoft's ambitions with this keyboard and mouse set, then the distinctive design will probably clue you in.

Named 'manta ray' by Microsoft, the keyboard is partially split just off the centre, with the keys curving towards the gap. The idea here is that the keys are positioned more naturally for where your fingers are, which means they don't have to stretch as much to hit the keys when typing – thereby lessening stress when using the keyboard for long periods of time. It could also – in time – make your typing faster. We say 'in time,' as when first using the keyboard the peculiar layout will probably slow your typing down, and temporarily increase errors if you're typing without looking at the keys. While the keyboard took a while to get used to, we could see the potential in it straight away, and appreciated the thought process and build quality of the device. The mouse that's included in the kit, on the other hand, is less successful. While it had a similar spherical design to Microsoft's older Natural Wireless Laser Mouse 6000, it was quite a bit taller – again designed to promote a natural shape of your hand and wrist, with an indent to place your thumb, but we found the mouse to be slightly too large and ungainly for our tastes.

On the mouse this is an easily reachable extra button that brings up the Start screen.Ī shame, considering the success of the keyboard.īoth the keyboard and mouse come with extra buttons for making Windows 8 more usable in a traditional desktop setup. On the keyboard a number of the keys let you bring up the Windows Charms bar, and the various options that you can choose. If you use Windows 8 a lot, then you'll find these keys very useful.

#Karabiner elements not working with microsoft sculpt for mac#