These are my personal notes - last update feb 13, 2025
Wrist pads make typing more comfortable by giving your wrists a soft place to rest and reducing strain.
Silicon Support Cushion Notebook Wrist Sticker Palm Rests Pad Laptop Touch Pad Mat Touch Bar Wrist Pad Laptop Wrist Pads Wrist Rest Mat
WavePads by PostureUp – Original Two Pack Adjustable Wrist Rests for Laptop and Keyboard Ergonomic Memory Foam Laptop Wrist Pads for Wrist Pain & Carpal Tunnel Relief, Memory Foam Wrist Support Pad
MoErgo Choc Cylindrical (MCC) keycaps are designed for Kailh Choc switches with a cylindrical shape, offering a unique typing experience compared to traditional concave or convex profiles. Ergonomically sculpted with varying row heights, they reduce strain and improve comfort over long typing sessions. Their curved design (like a half-pipe) runs up and down the columns, making them ideal for column-staggered boards like the MoErgo boards. This allows fingers to move smoothly between the keys without hitting the edges. Unlike MBK, MCC keycaps have walls only on the left and right sides, not top and bottom, for easier finger movement. MCC vs MBK
Max Burger Keycaps (MBK) refers to a low-profile keycap design for Kailh Choc switches. These keycaps have a flat surface with "walls" on all four sides (the edges are higher than the middle of the keycap). This design works better for row-staggered boards, where your fingers move diagonally, as the walls help guide your fingers to the center of the key. Unlike MCC, MBK keycaps maintain a uniform height and profile, making them popular for ultra-low-profile keyboards.
MBK Convex Keycaps are an exception, as their shape can work well for thumb keys. Their surface is curved outward (convex), providing a more comfortable press from different angles. They share the same low-profile design as standard MBK keycaps but with a bulging, outward curve for improved comfort and usability on frequently pressed keys like thumbs.
Understanding Keycap Materials: ABS, PBT, and POM
Max Burger Keycaps (MBK) named after the designer Max Burger. These low-profile keycaps are designed for Kailh Choc switches and offer an almost flat, uniform shape for a comfortable, simple typing experience.
Soft edges, ideal for horizontal thumb motions.
🧠 How it works
🧠 Left half = main side (brain)
→ sends all data to computer
📡 Right half = sends keys to left half
Glove80 → Bluetooth only
Go60 → Bluetooth or TRRS
🔌 Right USB port is only for:
✔ charging
✔ firmware updates
❌ not for typing (always goes indirect via left)
🔧 What is the MoErgo split (Y) cable?
🔌 One USB splits into two ends
⚙️ Has a built-in USB hub
✔ allows charging + data transfer at the same time
👍 When to use it
🔋 Charge both halves at the same time (not required)
⚙️ Update both halves more easily
👉 Optional convenience only (Go60 can do this via TRRS cable)
👉 Not needed for normal use
Required ❌No (optional)
Your keyboard works perfectly without it:
🧠 Left half → connects to computer
📡 Right half → connects to left half
Glove80 → Bluetooth
Go60 → Bluetooth or TRRS cable (charge and data via TRRS)
Glove80 cannot be fully wired
🚫 What it does NOT do
❌ Does NOT replace Bluetooth
❌ Does NOT make Glove80 wired
❌ Does NOT change how halves communicate
🔌 Alternative cables
✔ Possible, but:
⚠️ Must support both simultaneous data transfer and charging
❌ Most cables can only do charging
✔ MoErgo official cable has a built-in hub
Alternatives cables that can support data according to their specs:
RUXELY USB Male to Dual USB-C Female Splitter - amazon - google confirmed working
Vention USB 2.0 A Male to Dual USB-C Male Y-Splitter Cable Aluminum Alloy Type here
❌ Anker 2-in-1 USB-C to USB-C Cable (4 ft, 140W, Braided)
My understanding is that one of them (whichever the system negotiates first) gets the data connection.
📏 Cable length
📐 Official: ~15 cm before split
Magnetic Cable Connector Mobile Phone Cable Adapter Micro USB Magnetic Tips Magnet Charger Plug Type C Adapter
DON'T USE THESE WITH THE MOERGO KEYBOARDS!
IT POSES A RISK OF DAMAGING YOUR KEYBOARDS AND BREAKS WARRANTY.
Important Note: Avoid Using Magnetic USB-C Cable Adapters
While Magnetic USB-C Cable adapters may seem convenient, we strongly advise against their use with the MoErgo Keyboards. Here’s why:
Compatibility Risks: Magnetic cables often deviate from official USB-C standards, leading to potential compatibility issues. Using them might result in unexpected behavior or damage to your device.
Static Electricity Hazard: The exposed pins in magnetic connectors make devices susceptible to static electricity. This could harm your MoErgo Keyboards if you accidentally touch the pins.
Data Loss and Instability: Magnetic cables can suffer from connection instability and data loss due to electronic noise. Opting for standard USB-C cables ensures reliable performance.
High Voltage Exposure: Poorly made magnetic cables may accidentally expose high voltage during connection. This poses a safety risk.
Lack of Industry Standard: Magnetic-tipped cables lack an official definition within the USB-C specification. Stick to certified USB-C cables to avoid potential damage.
Key tilters are small accessories that adjust the angle of keycaps on Kailh Choc switches for improved ergonomics and typing comfort.
You can print them with a 3d printer or get them in several shops:
print link1 - print link2
Etsy is a good place to search for choc v1 tilters
https://www.etsy.com/search?q=Kailh+Choc+v1+Tilters+adapters
Preventing dust when not using it beats cleaning it later. I use a record player dust cover from Aliexpress that keeps my MoErgo keyboard cozy and crumb-free while it chills on my desk during my absence, so the keys stay spotless and ready for action when I return. Got it fo a few euros on Aliexpress.
Audio-Technica AT-LP60XBT dust cover
This works great for cleaning if you don’t have compressed air. Hold the MoErgo keyboard upside down and let the soft paintbrush bristles do their job, gently brushing away the dust.
Masqueey : Based on @Felborn's suggestion, I got some magic cloth wrap as a new sleeve for the Glove and it is fantastic. (They do have other prints if you don't like my cow one 😉)
If you search for Magic Cloth Wrap, you should be able to find them easily. Makes the keyboard a ton more portable but still more protected than a shirt.
I found found them on Ali Express with "magic cloth wrap",I have them in size 45x45cm:
Not tested but from other keyboard communtities:
https://www.fjallraven.com/us/en-us/bags-gear/backpacks-bags/shoulder-bags/vardag-shoulder-bag-6/
M: My hands are so sweaty I can barely type before getting too uncomfortable with the keyboard.
There is one thing that fixed it completely for me and it's these bad boys
In labs people keep them on the whole day so why not
Source on Discord
Black bumpers attract more dust?
In my experience, the black ones seem softer and tend to attract more dust.
I’m not sure if that’s a fact or just my imagination, but that’s what it feels like. Could the white be harder?
Update: Found something online:
Black silicone bumpers are typically softer and "tackier" due to their specific chemical fillers, causing them to physically grab and "plow" dust from your desk as they move. In contrast, white bumpers are usually harder and smoother, allowing them to glide over debris while their low color contrast effectively camouflages any particles they do pick up
When your device slides on the desk, it's often due to dust accumulating on the silicone feet. Silicone surfaces are prone to attracting dust due to their inherent tackiness and static properties. To minimize dust accumulation:
Clean the Desk Surface: Use a microfiber cloth to remove dust and debris from your desk. For stubborn spots, lightly dampen the cloth with a wood-safe cleaner, ensuring you don't oversaturate the surface to protect the wood finish.
Clean the Silicone Feet!!!: Gently wipe the silicone feet with a damp cloth to remove dust and grime. Ensure the feet are completely dry before placing the device back on the desk to prevent slipping.
Regular maintenance of both the desk surface and the silicone feet will help prevent unwanted movement of your device.
This Video clean desk and Glove80 feet 👀
arelingl: "There is really no reason to put any weight to the keyboard. Just use some silicon deskmate(even the one you can use for a cooking)
Silicon feets on glove plus silicon on mate - no movement at all."
Source
Silicone bumper: 10mm diameter X 1.5mm spherical
10mm diameter. 1.5mm thick - source
Search Link | Discord Source | Aliexpress
⚠️ Make sure to thoroughly remove any old glue residue and dust from the surface before applying the new feet. A clean, dry surface helps the adhesive bond properly so the bumpers stay firmly in place.
These rounded bumpers are better suitable if you have highter tenting angle
Google these