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VIA
VIA configures compatible mechanical keyboards, with tools to test and design keyboard layouts.
About VIA
VIA configures compatible mechanical keyboards through a web interface. It provides configuration, testing, and layout design in one place and connects by plugging in a keyboard. It lists compatibility with 1400+ keyboards and can be added to other QMK keyboards.
Key features
- Configure compatible mechanical keyboards
- Test keyboard function in one place
- Design keyboard layouts
- Connect by plugging in keyboard
- Compatible with 1400+ keyboards
- Can be added to other QMK keyboards
Best for: Owners of compatible mechanical keyboards, including QMK models, who need to configure, test, or design layouts.
Good for
- Lists compatibility with 1400+ keyboards
- Combines configuration, testing, and design in one place
- Connects by plugging in keyboard
Watch out for
- Limited to compatible keyboards, including QMK models
VIA at a glance
- Website
- caniusevia.com
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Hardware & Diagnostics
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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VIA’s web interface configures QMK mechanical keyboards, including keymaps, macros, and RGB settings where available.
Open source
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VIA FAQ
Which keyboards work with VIA?
It lists compatibility with 1400+ keyboards and can be added to other QMK keyboards.
What can I do with VIA?
Configure, test, and design keyboard layouts in one place.
How do I start using VIA?
Plug in your keyboard.
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