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diff --git a/docs/glossary.md b/docs/glossary.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..fac1952a6d --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/glossary.md @@ -0,0 +1,29 @@ +# Glossary of QMK terms + +## Dynamic Macro +A macro which has been recorded on the keyboard and which will be lost when the keyboard is unplugged or the computer rebooted. + +## git +Versioning software used at the commandline + +## Keycode +A 2-byte number that represents a particular key. `0x00`-`0xFF` are used for [Basic Keycodes](keycodes.html) while `0x100`-`0xFFFF` are used for [Quantum Keycodes](quantum_keycodes.html). + +## Keymap +An array of keycodes mapped to a physical keyboard layout, which are processed on key presses and releases + +## Matrix +A wiring pattern of columns and rows (and usually diodes) that enables the MCU to detect keypresses with a fewer number of pins + +## Macro +A feature that lets you send muiltple keypress events (hid reports) after having pressed only a single key. + +## Mousekeys +A feature that lets you control your mouse cursor and click from your keyboard. + +* [Mousekeys Documentation](mouse_keys.html) + +## Tap Dance +A feature that lets you assign muiltple keycodes to the same key based on how many times you press it. + +* [Tap Dance Documentation](tap_dance.html) |