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Workman keyboard layout vs Fluor
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Workman keyboard layout
8.0Alternative English keyboard layout
Fluor
7.5Change the behavior of the fn keys depending on the active application
| Metric | Workman keyboard layout | Fluor |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 2 | 95 |
| 90-day Installs | 6 | 305 |
| 365-day Installs | 26 | 1.2K |
| Version | 1.0 | 2.5.1 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 963 | 2.1K |
| GitHub Forks | 115 | 125 |
| Open Issues | 47 | 46 |
| License | NOASSERTION | MIT |
| Language | Shell | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2y ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Jan 11, 2017 |
Reviews
Workman keyboard layout
Workman is an alternative English keyboard layout designed for ergonomics and efficiency, benefiting typists and programmers by reducing strain and optimizing finger movement.
Provides an alternative English keyboard layout optimized for ergonomics.
Pros
- + Ergonomic design reduces strain
- + Efficient typing experience
- + Customizable layout
- + Active development and community support
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some user concerns about left-hand leaning and Windows compatibility
Fluor
Fluor is a unique tool that allows users to customize the behavior of their function keys based on the active application, making it ideal for those who use multiple apps requiring different function key behaviors. It offers per-app customization and integrates seamlessly with macOS.
Fluor customizes function key behavior based on the active application.
Pros
- + Free and open-source under MIT license
- + Customizable function key behavior per application
- + Seamless integration with macOS using Swift
Cons
- - Compatibility issues with certain software like Karabiner
- - Potential learning curve for setting up rules