Please help me with kanata v1.6.0

[karimdissolve]

I would like a Kanata v1.6.0 script (compatible with Windows 7) that allows me to program a secondary keyboard configured as a numpad.

I want to assign keyboard shortcuts in two different modes:

When Num Lock is active

When Num Lock is inactive

This gives me a total of 20 programmable keys (10 keys × 2 modes).

The shortcuts will trigger AutoHotkey scripts running in the background (e.g., Ctrl + C, etc.).

[jtroo]

What have you tried?

[jtroo]

Also - Windows 7 may work but is not officially supported

[karimdissolve]

I tested some samples of kanata on Windows 7 and they work for me very well.
I would like please a template configuration that I can build upon to reach my goal.
For example, in this template:
--> When Num Lock is active, pressing Numpad1 should send Ctrl + C
--> When Num Lock is inactive, pressing Numpad1 should send Ctrl + V

[karimdissolve]

I think the problem is that I haven’t found a way to distinguish between Numpad1 when Num Lock is on and Numpad1 when Num Lock is off.
I tried using this tool: https://www.toptal.com/developers/keycode, which shows kp1-num-on (97) and kp1-num-off (35), but it still doesn't work.
I believe this might be because I also have a main keyboard with its own numpad, which could be interfering.

[jtroo]

This may be an X-Y problem; do you for certain need to use numlock state to do toggling or can you rely on Kanata layer-switching instead?

If you truly need numlock state, Kanata does not natively understand it. You can however use cmd-output-keys to script something that understands numlock state.

Here's a sample using PowerShell to read and set numlock state, as opposed to toggling.

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[karimdissolve]

I would like to create a repository where I can gather all possible methods to configure such a numpad. I’ve already implemented solutions using AutoHotkey (AHI by evil), Node.js, and Python (python interception API by kennel) (all with the interception driver - thanks to Francissco the saver). Now i would like to integrate the Rust-based approach using your masterpiece (Kanata), if you’re willing to help. I’m honestly tired of scammers selling keyboard macro setups for ridiculous prices, when we can achieve the same results using cheap numpads and open-source tools.
P.S.: I'm not a developer and have no formal programming background. I’ve gathered all this knowledge through AI tools, forums, and by reaching out to helpful developers in the community.

[karimdissolve]

Please, if anyone with experience in Rust or Kanata is willing to help even just a little I would truly appreciate it. I’ve come this far with no programming background, just curiosity, AI, and the kindness of strangers. I’m doing my best, but I’m reaching my limits and could really use a hand.

[jtroo]

Today to differentiate between devices in Windows you need the interception driver variant. See the release notes and configuration guide, searching for interception, for more details.

[karimdissolve]

PowerShell using this simple method cannot differentiate between keyboards. It only sees the final state managed by windows. i can rely on Kanata layer-switching instead no problem as long as it gives the interaction i want. Could you give me a template ?