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PanningHold down Scroll Wheel to pan with mouseUp/Down - Scroll WheelLeft/Right - Shift + Scroll WheelZooming- Ctrl + Scroll View to zoom in/out- Press 1, 2, 4, or 5 for preset zoom views.Zoom Tool (F3) :- Left click to zoom in- Right click to zoom out
Keyboards
To avoid delays and errors in your order you must convert all of your fonts and text to vector data
This layout is used for your legends only. Keycap colors need to be defined with the online designer tool.Please check out our online tutorials at support.wasdkeyboards.comfor help and instructions regarding layout creation.
Quick Start:1. Enable Layers by going to: Layer > Layers (Ctrl + Shift + L) *The layers window can be expanded by dragging the area under the opacity slider.2. Use the Eyeball Icons to toggle visibility for preset layers3. Use the Select tool to move and scale objects (F1)4. Use the Text Tool to add and edit text (F8)
Managing Layers1. Enable Layers by pressing Ctrl + Shift + L2. The Layer window can be enlarged by dragging thearea under the Opacity slider.3. Use the Eyeball Icon to toggle layer visibility.4. Use the Lock Icon to toggle the ability to edit layer.5. To add a layer, use the button from Layers panel.
Manipulating ObjectsThe Select Tool (F1) allows you to select and move,scale, and delete objects. Select an object, then drag the object to move it. You can drag the arrows around the object to scale it.Holding Ctrl while moving will keep the object locked onthe same X or Y axis. Holding Ctrl while scaling will keep the size ratio locked.
Inkscape Tutorial
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)I can't see any layers, I just see one layer or no layers when I open the layers panel.This happens when you drag and drop the layout file into Inkscape which "imports" it instead of opening it. Please close your Inkscape window, go back to the original file, right click it and choose "edit with Inkscape". What are the grids for on the layout? Can I place objects outside the grid?Yes. The grids are for reference only. You can snap the grids to use our standard margins. You can print all the way to the edge of the frame. There is a +/-0.01" tolerance, so we suggest that you stay within the grids when possible.Can I put a graphic that spans over multiple keys? Yes. Large images will be cropped to the top face of the keys. The areas in between the keys will not be printed.Advanced users can use a clipping mask to get a better idea of what the final image will look like.How can I change the color of the printing?We have tutorials in our support center that can show you how to add colors to your text and images.Go to support.wasdkeyboards.comI want to edit the Mac-style layouts, but the text is not editable.The Mac layout text is not editable since the font is not common. The font used is VAG Rounded-Light.
Adding text1. Click on the Text Tool (F8)2. Click on the area where you want add text3. Type your text4. Font and size and can changed in the text toolbar5. Use the Select Tool (F1) to reposition thetext if necessary.
Editing font type and size1. Use the Select Tool (F1) select the objects youwant to edit.2. Click on the Text Tool (F8)3. Use the text toolbar to change font type and text size
Editing textUse the Select Tool (F1) and double click a singletext object.-or-Use the Text Tool (F8) and click on a single text object.
Adding stock artworkCommonly used icons and symbols are available within the file.1. Turn on the visibility of the layer titled: "Stock Artwork"2. Use the Select Tool (F1) to select the object you want to use.3. Press Ctrl + C to copy4. Select the layer you want to paste the object to, then press Ctrl + V5. You can then use the Select Tool (F1) to move and/or scale the object to proper size. See "Snapping" for tips on aligning objects.
Adding custom artNormal graphics can be added into the file, but you must convert thegraphic to a path.1. Copy the graphic from another program. (Usually Right Click > Copy)2. Select the layer you want to paste the graphic to, then press Ctrl + V-or-1. File > Import (Ctrl + I) and select the file you want to import.2. Select the Embed option and click OK.3. Select the graphic, and goto Path > Trace Bitmap (Shift + Alt + B)4. Make sure your graphic is selected, then select a Scan option andclick OK. The graphic will be traced, and will overlay the original object.5. Move the new object into position and delete the original image.
SnappingEnabling snapping allows you to snap objects at various reference points of other objects which will allow you to quickly and accurately align objects to each other.Make sure Snap Controls Toolbar is displayed on the right hand side. (View > Show/Hide > Snap Controls Bar)Make sure Snapping is enabled (Toggle with "%")Hover over the various points to see what snappingare available. You can turn each one on/off.Drag objects over other objects to snap. You may need to zoom in or out to snap to certain objects. Turning off irrelevant points will also make it easier to snap.
Copy and PasteCtrl + C: Copy objectCtrl + V: Paste objectCtrl + Alt + V: Paste in placeShift + Ctrl + V: Paste style
Guide LinesYou can use Guides to help align objects. Click and drag from the rulerson the edge of the document.Enable snapping to guides in the Snap Control Bar You can Show/Hide Guides by going to View > Guides
WASD Keyboards 104/87-Key Design Template
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Before saving and uploading your file: select all of your text; go to Path > Object to Path (Ctrl+Shift+C)
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