Ploopy's open-source trackpad is extremely customizable, made for tinkerers

Oct 20, 2024

Ploopy introduces a customizable 7-inch trackpad suitable for tinkerers with support for modifications and coding.

Ploopy's open-source trackpad is extremely customizable, made for tinkerers

: Ploopy's new open-source 7-inch trackpad is designed for customization enthusiasts. The trackpad, compatible with Windows and Linux, runs on a Raspberry Pi RP2040 and uses QMK firmware. Users can modify gestures and tracking speeds, and even swap mainboard into 3D-printed cases. Sold as a $94 pre-assembled model or a $73 DIY kit.

Ploopy has launched a new 7-inch trackpad that is particularly aimed at those who love to tinker with their gear. The trackpad is highly customizable, utilizing the open-source QMK firmware for reprogramming purposes, and operates on a Raspberry Pi RP2040 chip and a Microchip ATMXT1066TD processor.

Beyond software modifications, users can personalize the physical aspects of the device, such as placing the mainboard in various 3D-printed cases. The trackpad’s housing is praised for its low-friction, durable surface, while allowing for easy repair with printable replacement parts.

This trackpad supports extensive gestures and real estate usage, clocking in at 6.1 inches, yet it works only with Windows and Linux and requires a wired USB connection. Available for $94 as a ready-to-use model or $73 for a DIY kit, Ploopy notes a shipping lead time of up to 20 weeks.