Ukelele
MacCreate and Edit Custom macOS Keyboard Layouts
Overview
Ukelele is a free, open-source tool for designing and modifying keyboard layouts on macOS. Ideal for multilingual users, programmers, or anyone needing tailored input methods, it offers a visual interface to drag-and-drop keys, assign Unicode characters, and adjust modifiers. Users can export layouts as .keylayout files compatible with modern Mac versions, including Ventura and Sonoma. It simplifies creating custom layouts for specific languages, symbols, or workflow needs, eliminating complex coding or paid third-party tools.
Key Features
- Visual drag-and-drop layout editor
- Unicode character support for global languages
- Export to macOS-compatible .keylayout files
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Free and open-source with no hidden costs
- ⊕ Intuitive interface for non-technical users
Cons
- ⊖ Steeper learning curve for advanced Unicode mappings
- ⊖ Limited cloud sync integration