How to make your keyboard more ergonomic

Flat boards look clean, but can be hard on the body. A flat board alone makes your wrists pronate, your hands angle inward, and your shoulders roll forward. After a few hours you feel it in your hands and neck. The good news is that you do not need a full rebuild to fix this. A few small changes go a long way.

Start with support. A wrist rest or forearm support lets you hover your hands instead of pressing your wrists into the desk edge. Aim for neutral wrists. They should not angle up or sag down.

Adjust the height and tilt. Many people type faster with a positive tilt, but it often increases wrist extension. Try a slight negative tilt so your palms sit flatter. If your board can tent, raise the inner edges a little. This reduces the inward twist and usually feels natural within a day.

Give yourself space. If you use a split board, move the halves apart until your arms point straight ahead. Match the spacing to your shoulders and a good posture will follow.

Now for the practical tools. At Kamo, we build little helpers so your hands can take flight.

• MagSafe ring mount. Attach your board to a compatible arm or plate. Set the exact height and angle you want and keep your desk clear.
• Tripod mounting screw. Mount the board on a camera tripod. This is great for standing work, couch coding, or quick portable setups.
• Tenting pistons. Screw them into the case to create a controlled tenting angle. Start small and increase until your wrists feel neutral.
• Strap adapters. Strap each half to your legs for travel, presentations, or deep focus sessions. Your elbows stay relaxed and your hands land where they should.

None of this requires changing your layout or your switches. Support the soft tissue, set the angle, and give your shoulders room. Make those small tweaks and the keyboard starts fitting you. Your hands can settle in and do the work comfortably.