Software that simplifies input of uncommon keyboard characters.
Typography Keyboard Layout is a valuable and completely free Mac keyboard layout that opens new possibilities for keyboard functionality. With this keyboard layout, you can effortlessly enter characters that are not usually available on a regular keyboard. The layout features a convenient and user-friendly system that allows you to use the right Alt key to enter the characters you need. For example, Alt + < and Alt + > will produce the necessary quotation marks instantly.
If you need to enter the characters that are located on top of the key, simply press Shift and Alt simultaneously. For example, Alt + Shift + C will output the cent symbol. It is an incredibly intuitive and straightforward way to access any character you need.
The installation process for the Typography Keyboard Layout is quick and straightforward. Simply copy both files found in the archive to /Library/Keyboard Layouts folder. After that, go to System Preferences and open the International section, then the Input Menu. Enable the English — Ilya Birman Typography layout, and you're good to go.
It is worth noting that, although the Mac might not let you disable the system US layout, it won’t be problematic because the Typography Keyboard Layout will work seamlessly without any conflicts. After the installation and enabling, the layout will start working in each app after it has been restarted.
Overall, Typography Keyboard Layout is an excellent addition to any Mac user who needs a different keyboard layout to improve productivity or get more out of their keyboard, and it's completely free. Try it out and see the difference for yourself!
If you need to enter the characters that are located on top of the key, simply press Shift and Alt simultaneously. For example, Alt + Shift + C will output the cent symbol. It is an incredibly intuitive and straightforward way to access any character you need.
The installation process for the Typography Keyboard Layout is quick and straightforward. Simply copy both files found in the archive to /Library/Keyboard Layouts folder. After that, go to System Preferences and open the International section, then the Input Menu. Enable the English — Ilya Birman Typography layout, and you're good to go.
It is worth noting that, although the Mac might not let you disable the system US layout, it won’t be problematic because the Typography Keyboard Layout will work seamlessly without any conflicts. After the installation and enabling, the layout will start working in each app after it has been restarted.
Overall, Typography Keyboard Layout is an excellent addition to any Mac user who needs a different keyboard layout to improve productivity or get more out of their keyboard, and it's completely free. Try it out and see the difference for yourself!
What's New
Version 2.1.0: N/A