2 layers66.9 × 74.5 mm
2 layers61.9 × 78.1 mm
Macropad
TVDVT/tv-pad1A simplified version of a keyboard optimised for note taking on 2 in 1 laptops when it is in tablet mode.
- Size
- 61.9 × 78.1 mm
- Copper layers
- 2
- Thickness
- 1.6 mm
- Parts
- 20
- Nets
- 23
- Pads
- 81
- Tracks, vias
- 59, 0
- Routed
- Yes
- KiCad
- KiCad 10.0 (file 20260206)
- Created
- 10 Jun 2026
- Updated
- 4 Nov 2026
Overview
Macropad is an open-source printed circuit board by TVDVT, from the TVDVT/tv-pad repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board of 61.9 × 78.1 mm with 20 parts on 23 nets, routed with 59 tracks and 0 vias.
Its parts include 9 diodes, 9 switches, 1 IC and 1 connector. It belongs with the keyboards and input boards of this library.
README
README.mdtv-pad
The tv-pad is a 9 key macropad with an OLED display, and uses QMK firmware. It's main purpose it to help with note taking on 2 in 1 laptops, but can be reprogrammed with any keys.
This project was made for Hack Club Stardance!
Demo
https://youtube.com/shorts/lUIq6G4Zl5c?si=yzHyjfCIUw9PWCoL
Features:
- 9 keys
- 128x32 OLED display
CAD Model:
Everything fits together using 4 M3 Bolts and heatset inserts. It has 2 separate printed parts: top and bottom. I used Onshape.
Case:
PCB:
I used KiCad for the PCB:
Schematic
PCB
Firmware:
I used QMK for the firmware.
Bill of Materials (BOM)
| Qty | Part | Supplier | Cost (USD) | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Cherry MX Switches | AliExpress | $0.69 | https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005009946528694.html |
| 9 | DSA Keycaps | AliExpress | $1.01 | https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005013381162174.html |
| 1 | 0.91 in 128x32 OLED Display | AliExpress | $8.71 | https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005008640108394.html |
| 4 | M3x5x4mm Heatset Inserts | AliExpress | $0.48 | https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005011959188413.html |
| 4 | M3x16mm SHCS Bolts | AliExpress | $0.40 | https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005012367821308.html |
| 6 | 1N4148 DO-35 Diodes | AliExpress | $0.72 | https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005009379098965.html |
| 1 | Seeed XIAO RP2040 | AliExpress | $4.99 | https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005013232776575.html |
| 1 | Case (2 Printed Parts) | Printing Legion | ||
| Total (excluding case) | $17.00 |
Parts
20| Qty | Value | Footprint | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 1N4148 | Diode_THT:D_DO-35_SOD27_P7.62mm_Horizontal | D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D6, D7, D8, D9 |
| 9 | SW_Push | Button_Switch_Keyboard:SW_Cherry_MX_1.00u_PCB | SW1, SW2, SW3, SW4, SW5, SW6, SW7, SW8, SW9 |
| 1 | Conn_01x04_Socket | KiCad-SSD1306-0.91-OLED-4pin-128x32:SSD1306-0.91-OLED-4pin-128x32 | J2 |
| 1 | MOUDLE-SEEEDUINO-XIAO | footprints:XIAO-Generic-Hybrid-14P-2.54-21X17.8MM | U1 |
Questions
How big is the Macropad PCB?
It measures 61.9 × 78.1 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.
What parts does the Macropad use?
20 parts. The full list of its parts is on this page, with links to each part's symbol and footprint where PCBKit's library has them.
Where can I download the Macropad KiCad files?
From the TVDVT/tv-pad repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is PCB/Macropad.kicad_pcb and its schematic PCB/Macropad.kicad_sch. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.
Can I use the Macropad design in my own project?
Its repository states no licence, so its author keeps all rights: ask TVDVT before reusing the design.
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