How to Install Takahē on POP! OS Latest

Takahē is a mechanical keyboard firmware that allows you to customize your keyboard layout, macros, and other keyboard settings. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to install Takahē on your POP! OS latest.

Prerequisites

Before we get started with the installation process, make sure you have the following prerequisites:

• A computer running the latest version of POP! OS
• A Takahē-compatible mechanical keyboard
• A USB cable to connect the keyboard to your computer

Step 1: Install Required Dependencies

First, open the terminal on your POP! OS and run the following command:

sudo apt-get install build-essential git dfu-util

This command will install the necessary dependencies required to install Takahē.

Step 2: Clone Takahē Repository

Next, you need to clone the Takahē repository using the following commands:

git clone https://github.com/coseyfannitutti/tmk_keyboard.git
cd tmk_keyboard

Step 3: Install Takahē

Once you have cloned the Takahē repository, you can proceed with the installation process by running the following command:

sudo make takahē:default

This command will compile the firmware and install it onto your keyboard. Once the installation process is complete, you should see a message indicating that the firmware has been installed successfully.

Step 4: Verify the Installation

Finally, you can verify the installation by unplugging the keyboard from your computer and then plugging it back in. Once you have plugged the keyboard back in, you should see the Takahē bootloader screen on your keyboard's display.

Congratulations, you have successfully installed Takahē on your POP! OS! You can now customize your keyboard layout and macros using the Takahē firmware. Enjoy!