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Das Keyboard Q

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  • Latest Version

    Das Keyboard Q 4.3.0 LATEST

  • Review by

    Marian Marinescu

  • Operating System

    Windows 8 / Windows 10 / Windows 11

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  • Filename

    das-keyboard-q-4.3.0+Setup.exe

Das Keyboard Q is an official input utility for a specific range of Q keyboards created by the famous manufacturer Das Keyboard.

Since modern keyboards can perform so many functions with their advanced processing and input control, the creators of this highly reliable and precise keyboard have created an official app for assigning different functions to any key user desires.

Das Keyboard Q Screenshot 1

In addition to the standard service of remapping keys, this app also comes with built-in access to its own Marketplace service where users can download and activate applet plugins that can dramatically configure what each key is capable of executing during regular, school, and work usage.

Das Keyboard company is famous around the world for their highly durable, precise, and reliable keyboards that use the best Cherry switches that can make each keyboard last for a decade or more.

But customization of the keyboard is done with the help of this useful Das Keyboard Q software that is distributed online as an automated installer that can be easily deployed on any modern desktop PC running several versions of Windows OS.



Once installed, the app can run in both public mode and Q cloud account mode where more functions are unlocked. All users can see a detailed overview of their keyboard, see what keys are currently mapped, and more importantly, get full control over the RGB illumination.

Q-lineup of Das Keyboard product features RGB illumination that can be configured in two ways. Via RGB Profiles Tab that is located in the top left corner of the app dashboard, and via the “Applets” tab. While the “Profiles” tab can be used for the creation of usual RGB visual themes, Applets are much more powerful and can dramatically enhance the expressiveness of the keyboard.

These small plugins can illuminate keys to perform various functions, including displaying notifications from several productivity cloud services (Asana, Basecamp), automating workflows more easily with Bamzooka, showing a visual representation of CPU Usage, Display Time, real-time changes in crypto prices, and even website pinging tool that can assign a color to any key, enabling website engineers to always know if their online destinations are accessible by the public.

These plugins can be installed with a simple click on a green “Install” button, and then additionally configured by switching from the Details to Configuration tab.

All in all, Das Keyboard Q is an essential configuration utility for all owners of the Q-line of Das Keyboard products. The app is FREE and can run on Windows 10, and 11 (64-bit only).

How to Use
  • Connect your Das Keyboard Q to your PC via USB
  • Launch the software and log in or create an account
  • Customize key functions and lighting in the software
  • Set up notifications for emails, tasks, or system alerts
  • Create macros and shortcuts for enhanced productivity
  • Sync cloud services and third-party integrations
  • Save and apply profiles for different workflows
  • Update firmware for the latest features and fixes
  • Troubleshoot connectivity or software issues if needed
System Requirements
  • Windows 10 or Windows 11
  • USB 2.0 or higher port
  • Internet connection for cloud features
  • Minimum 2GB RAM
  • 200MB free storage space
PROS
  • Customizable RGB lighting and notifications
  • Programmable keys for automation
  • High-quality mechanical switches
  • Cloud integration with multiple apps
  • Durable build with an ergonomic design
CONS
  • Requires an internet connection for full features
  • Software can be complex for beginners
  • Limited support for non-cloud users
  • Higher price compared to standard keyboards
  • No dedicated media control keys


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  • Das Keyboard Q 4.3.0 Screenshots

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    Das Keyboard Q 4.3.0 Screenshot 1

What's new in this version:

Das Keyboard Q 4.3.0
- Das Keyboard 5QS Mark IIe (Enhanced) Support: Added support for upcoming new device
- Improved Linux Compatibility: Enhanced Linux device permissions with modern udev rules that follow current best practices. The system now uses systemd’s uaccess mechanism for better security and automatic permission management, while maintaining backward compatibility with older systems.
- Enhanced Startup Control Options: Added comprehensive startup control with two distinct settings: clarified the existing “Show application window when it starts” setting to control window visibility, and introduced a new “Start application automatically when computer starts” setting that allows users to completely disable the application from starting automatically at boot.
- Enhanced User Interface: Improved profile configuration system with updated UI components, better visual feedback, and enhanced user experience for creating and managing lighting profiles
- Framework and Compatibility Updates: Updated underlying frameworks including Angular (v18 to v20) and Electron (v37) for better performance, security, and cross-platform compatibility

User Interface Improvements:
- Applet List Redesign: Fixed layout issues in the applet list with improved styling, proper icon spacing, and better visual feedback for available updates
- Navigation Fixes: Resolved router link active state issues in the navbar when profiles are selected, ensuring proper visual feedback
- Dark Theme Enhancements: Improved dark theme consistency across all UI components with better contrast and readability

Device Communication:
- Firmware Upgrade Stability: Fixed crashes during firmware upgrades by adding proper sleep delays and improved error handling
- File Path Handling: Enhanced file path handling in dialogs for better Electron 37 compatibility, particularly improving folder selection on Linux systems

Applet System:
- Development Tools: Resolved issues where creating development applets would show undefined values

Linux System Integration:
- Modern udev Rules: Updated Linux device permission rules to follow current best practices, using systemd’s uaccess mechanism for better security and automatic permission management
- Arch Linux Compatibility: Improved compatibility with Arch Linux packaging requirements, ensuring proper device access without manual group membership
- Legacy System Support: Maintained backward compatibility with older Linux systems that don’t support modern uaccess features

Application Behavior:
- Enhanced Startup Control: Implemented 2 application startup options: one to start the application at computer boot and another one to open the window when the application starts

Stability and Performance:
- Dependency Updates: Updated core libraries and dependencies for improved security, performance, and compatibility
- Cross-Platform Compatibility: Enhanced compatibility across Windows, macOS, and Linux with updated frameworks and build tools


Das Keyboard Q 4.2.1
Highlights:
- System Mute/Unmute Sync with Das Keyboard Q: Introduced real-time syncing of the system’s mute/unmute status with the Das Keyboard Q software on Windows, macOS, and Linux. The Q button on your Das Keyboard now dynamically changes color based on the system’s audio state.
- Red Q button: Indicates the system is muted
- Green Q button: Indicates the system is unmuted

- Electron Upgrade for macOS Sequoia: Upgraded Electron to the latest version, ensuring compatibility with macOS 15.0 Sequoia. This update fixes the critical issue where the app was broken on the latest macOS version, making the app fully functional for users.
- Profile Switcher Now Works with Local RGB Profiles: The profile switcher feature no longer requires a Q cloud account and now works with local RGB profiles. Users can manage their lighting profiles directly on their system without needing to connect to the cloud.

Fixed:
Q Button Status Update:
- Mute/Unmute State Reflects Correctly: Fixed an issue where muting the volume via the Q button would cause the button to stay red even if the system volume was changed by other means. The Q button now accurately reflects the system’s current mute/unmute state.

- PipeWire Compatibility for Mute/Unmute on Linux: Updated mute/unmute commands to ensure compatibility with both PulseAudio and PipeWire environments on Linux. Users can now toggle their audio state regardless of the audio server used.
- Signal Preview Title Overflow: Fixed an issue where long signal preview titles were breaking the layout in the preview. Titles will now wrap properly, ensuring the signal preview displays as expected.


Das Keyboard Q 4.1.4
Fixed:
- 5Q: device was not recognized in at OS start up by the software


Das Keyboard Q 4.1.3
Highlights:
- Improved Q Button Responsiveness: Fixed an issue with the x50Q keyboard where the Q button was unresponsive, ensuring all features are fully accessible
- Enhanced System Message Handling: Resolved a problem with the Q software not receiving system messages from the cloud, improving communication and feature functionality

Fixed:
Signal Deletion Consistency:
- API Flexibility: Enhanced the local API to accept the deletion of signals even if device is not found, maintaining consistency with signal creation

Q Button Detection:
- x50Q Keyboard: Addressed a detection issue with the Q button press

Device Detection Logging:
- Increased Diagnostics: Added more logs to improve the detection process of devices, aiding in troubleshooting and enhancing device support

System Message Reception:
- Q Software Update: Implemented a fix to ensure the Q software consistently receives system messages from the cloud


Das Keyboard Q 4.1.2
Highlights:
- Extended Firmware Support: Added a specific firmware URL for Das Keyboard 5QS Mark II, ensuring users have direct access to the latest updates and features.
- ISP Mode Enhancements: Introduced an additional patch to further stabilize ISP mode operations during firmware upgrades, preventing potential disruptions and ensuring smoother updates.

Fixed:
Firmware URL Addition:
- Das Keyboard 5QS Mark II: Now includes a direct link for firmware updates, simplifying the process for users to obtain the latest software for their device

ISP Mode Stability Patch:
- Continued Improvements: Deployed further enhancements to address lingering issues with ISP mode during firmware upgrades, bolstering reliability and performance during these critical updates


Das Keyboard Q 4.1.1
Highlights:
- Enhanced Audio Control: Now when you unmute, the volume automatically sets to a comfortable 50% if the previous volume level was unknown, preventing sudden loud sounds
- Improved Firmware Stability: Resolved an issue where devices would get stuck in ISP mode during firmware upgrades, ensuring smoother transitions and less downtime

Fixed:
- Audio Settings Adjustment: Addressed an issue where unmuting could lead to unexpectedly high volume by setting the default volume to 50%.

Firmware Upgrade Fix:
- ISP Mode Handling: Fixed a bug that caused devices to freeze in ISP mode during firmware updates, facilitating a more reliable upgrade process

Error Logging Improvement:
- Unhandled Promise Rejection: Enhanced logging for unhandled promise rejections, helping developers diagnose and fix issues more efficiently


Das Keyboard Q 4.1.0
New features:
- Device Support: Added support for the new “Das Keyboard 5Qs Mark II

Improved:
- Cloud API Integration: Transitioned to a new cloud API following recent upgrades to our cloud services. This update provides more robust and efficient data handling, improved security, and better overall performance.


Das Keyboard Q 4.0.3
Fixed:
Breath Effect Optimization:
- Fixed an issue where the breath effect would be resent unnecessarily if it was already loaded in the key, ensuring a smoother and more efficient performance for all devices

5QS Side Pipe RGB Effect Fix:
- Corrected a problem specific to the 5QS model where changing the side pipe RGB effect inadvertently altered the control key effect. This fix ensures that changes to the side pipe RGB effect on the 5QS model remain independent and do not impact other key effects.


Das Keyboard Q 4.0.2
- Fixed an issue where unplugging the keyboard during a firmware upgrade prevented the keyboard from being detected subsequently

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