HOWTO: Layout Editor - new layer example

Опубликовано: 15 Июль 2026
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https://zmk.dev/docs/behaviors/layers

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ZMK firmware utilizes a concept called "behaviors" to define what happens when you interact with keys, sensors, or layers on your keyboard. Layer behaviors specifically focus on how layers are activated and deactivated based on user input. Here's a breakdown of the key ZMK layer behaviors:

Momentary Layer: This is the most basic layer behavior. When you press a key bound with this behavior, the designated layer activates. Once you release the key, the layer deactivates and you return to the previous layer.

Layer Tap: This behavior combines momentary layer activation with a standard keypress. If you tap the key quickly, it sends a keycode as if it were a normal key. However, if you hold the key for a longer time (defined by the tapping term setting), the layer activates instead.

There are other behaviors that can be used for more advanced layer interactions, but these two are the foundation for most ZMK layer customization.

Here are some resources to learn more about ZMK layer behaviors:

ZMK Layer Behaviors documentation: ZMK Layer Behaviors
ZMK Keymaps & Behaviors overview: ZMK Keymaps & Behaviors