How to make/find USB Bracelet with programmable buttons?

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The discussion centers on the challenge of accessing keyboard shortcuts on a Lenovo laptop in yoga mode, prompting the search for a programmable USB bracelet or wearable keypad. Users express interest in creating a device that allows for easy access to multiple key functions, particularly for shortcuts that require simultaneous button presses. Suggestions include using AutoHotkey scripts, mouse gestures, and exploring mini Bluetooth keyboards as alternatives. There is a desire for a more elegant solution than duct tape for attaching a keypad to the body, with a focus on physical buttons. Overall, the conversation highlights the need for innovative input solutions for convertible devices.
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I put my lenovo laptop into yoga mode.

Can't access the keys very easily, especially shortcuts that require two buttons to be pressed at the same time.

I've programmed my wacom pen to do a few things but that is only 3 buttons.

Is there a USB bracelet that will let you program certain buttons to it?

I feel like something like that should not be difficult to build on my own or have someone build at cost. What would I need to get started?
 
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Or something like a wearable leg keypad that can be turned off and on with a switch.
 
Here's a start of what would be great

scrolling through tabs or windows fast
Ctrl z
windows D
Open onenote
Open pdf annotator
windows key left (to shift a window left)
windows key right

http://www.tcbmi.com/strokeit/
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So if I don't want to learn scripts, what would be the next steps to get these kind of shortcuts?

BTW, I am still curious if anyone has any ideas for the arm/leg bracelet idea. Physical buttons are preferable still.
Something more elegant than duct taping a USB programmable keypad to your leg. Is there a smarter way to attach a keypad to yourself?
 
Here are some example scripts in autohotkey
http://www.autohotkey.com/docs/Tutorial.htm
(someone's introduction)

Here's someone video on StrokesPlus


It can be one line to send a set of keystrokes...
or something larger to do something more elaborate (like click a sequence of GUI buttons on an application)

By the way, one can also pair a Wii controller though bluetooth and have it trigger (say) an autohotkey script.
 
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