Raspberry Pi Pico RGB Macropad - DIY Keypad By Pimoroni

I've always wanted a macropad so here is my first attempt at putting together a DIY macropad on the raspberry pico and testing to see how much I like them and if I'll get the use out of it. I've set up the keypad for my own custom macros and shortcut keys for my most used programs.

MacroPad kit and links:

00:00 - Intro
01:14 - Parts
02:48 - Soldering
03:40 - Assembly
05:27 - Example Code
06:33 - Custom Code
07:56 - My Marcos
10:25 - 3D Printed Case

[Buckethead]

I just got this kit today, no idea what I'm doing but your video is helpful! Thanks for making it.

[joshy_j_]

Just saving this video for when I put mine together next week. Thanks!

[mamifero.efimero]

Can I have the following shortcuts on a loop?

control + tab (to change to the next tab), command + R (to refresh the tab)

[derkernsen]

I accidentally clicked on a comment of yours on an Ltt video. Wanted to click the back button, but I noticed your videos. So cool! Keep it up, really like your stuff! Subbed ^^

Edit: also I would love a follow up to this video showing some more possible configs. :)

[kingmichaelcoy]

what im confused about is when i try to look for the same example code as the video i dont know exactly what to use. just wish i could make the text in the background of the video clearer so i can see exactly what code to use. using circuitpython and im not able to get any lights up and running by using thonny.

[Macfams]

Sick! Love your breakdown. I'm giving this a go today :)

[LorenzoC]

you have to train a little with the welds ...
I would like to create a headboard for use with lightroom.

[himselfe]

Those solder joints look sketchy. 😅 Keep it up though! I've always hated soldering, and I've destroyed a pad or two in the past. Used to always put off projects that needed soldering, but soldering is one of those things that just becomes natural the more you do it. Great video!

[axelberkhoff]

mine doesnt work.. can you share your code for example???

[Kumodot]

Hey. It's my first time using the Pico with the PicoKeypad. I downloaded a demo.py code, saved as main.py on the pico, but it's not working. Simple python programes to blink leds works using micropython. I am using Thonny to put the scripts in. I am probably missing something really dumb. Do i need to install libraries for it (i know dumb question). I went to the GitHub, but there's lots of files. Don't know where to copy then to make it work. when i Run the code i got that error :
Traceback (most recent call last):
File "<stdin>", line 2, in <module>
ImportError: no module named 'picokeypad'

So it's missing module/library right ? I am starting to learn Python...

[The_Animated_Sprit]

Why didn't you explained the coding ?? .. please explain it .

[Linuxdirk]

Get a 4x4 RGB macro pad for just under 22 pounds is actually quite nice and the hardware looks like a solid base for extending it.

I wonder if they actually use all the pins or if it would be possible to add a small display to it so you could see the current state and button configuration on the screen – all fitted in a custom 3D printed case.

[NOTDEXD]

Bro, I have a issue with it. When Im in OBS it work perfect but when I playing a game or im in other program need press 4 o 5 times to switch the scene. Help me bro :(

[kawawete]

Lovely video, tho I cannot condone that soldering ^^

[EasonTek]

membrane

i handwired one with mechanical switches and wrote code myself haha

[foxxul]

The bags they sell in store are much nicer than these haha

[christiankusica]

@Sn3ll: What's the code to open Google Chrome for example?

I would be happy if you help me out. I'm searching hours for a solution with no result 😔