Aptmak Blue is a mirrored, multilingual keyboard layout based on the original Aptmak layout by Eve (Apsu). Developed in 2024 by Moosy, it is designed for split and ortholinear keyboards, optimized for both English and Dutch typing. Official Aptmak Blue here.
q j u l ; b p f w x
a o i n y k h t s r '
z . , m v d g c /
e spc
- Ergonomically optimized: Minimizes pinky strain and awkward finger rolls.
- Multilingual support: Designed with both English and Dutch frequency patterns in mind.
- Mirrored layout: Makes better use of symmetrical keyboard designs.
- Improved hand alternation: Smooth rhythm and balanced finger usage.
- QWERTY-friendly anchors: Keys like A, Q, Z, /, and " remain in familiar positions.
Aptmak Blue builds on the foundation of Colemak and Aptmak with enhancements specific to bilingual users. Key improvements include:
- Moving high-frequency letters (like
E) to easier positions. - Placing Dutch bigrams (
ij,ou,jul) in more natural rolls. - Reducing overuse of the right pinky by reassigning keys like
X. - Reversing comma/dot to better align with intuitive typing flow.
- Users of split or ortholinear keyboards
- Bilingual typists (especially English + Dutch)
- Keyboard enthusiasts looking for a well-balanced, modern layout
- Fans of Colemak who want something more symmetric and multilingual
See: https://sites.google.com/view/keyboards/layout/aptmak-blue