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Every computer needs a “cleaning keyboard” mode where the keys would be inactive while you wipe them down

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  • 44
    Also called 'turn off' key ;)
  • 21
    I use a simple bash script. (alias cleanmode='~/.scripts/system/cleanmode.sh $@')

    xinput disable xx
    sleep $1
    xinput enable xx
  • 2
    And then you can add a "clean mouse" mode too... 😂
  • 4
    go pitch bored elon
  • 28
    Maybe unplug it. Just an idea.
  • 17
    @stackodev too easy, has to be done by script
  • 2
    @Tytanium https://howtogeek.com/howto/11570/...

    Only unlocking can be a bit weird. It takes a few seconds before the keyboard realizes it's unlocked
  • 20
    Wow, I found it
  • 1
    My keyboard has that. With fn+f11 or sth like that it disables all keys. Except fn+f11 obviously.
  • 2
    Script is too easy.
    Just write a Smartphone app to make that happen. It's really straightforward and not at all overcomplicated. I guarantee it 😉
  • 0
    YES. Even if the computer is off, the power button can accidentally get pressed.
  • 1
    Unplugging is too easy ? Then simply:
    1. Buy a bunch of microcontrolers and a bluetooth receiver (or an arduino)
    2. Program them to pair up with your phone
    3. Make an android app which sends a signal which turns keyboard on or off :D

    Here is a tutorial video for something even more "necessary". For reference of course :D
    https://reddit.com/r/shittyrobots/...
  • 0
    Use the cat cmd?
  • 1
    There's a JS framework for that
  • 0
    Laptop or desktop?
    I just pull the cord on my desktop
  • 0
    My laptop will power on from any key press. So this is a great idea
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