What's in the Box?
1 x GMMK 3 (or GMMK 3 Barebones)
1 x Braided Cable
3 x Sample Switches
4 x Extra Screws
1 x Switch Puller
1 x Keycap Puller
1 x Screwdriver
1 x Quick Start Booklet
Prebuilt Only
4 x macOS Alternate Keycaps
Note: Barebones keyboards do not include a full set of switches or keycaps.
Getting Started
Plug & Play
First, connect the USB-C end of the included cable to your keyboard. Then, plug the USB-A end into an open port on your computer. Your system will automatically recognize the device and install the necessary drivers for basic operation (Windows Only).
System Requirements
• Available USB-A port
• Windows 10+, macOS 10.11 or later
Glorious CORE 2.1 Software
Download Glorious CORE 2.1 now to ensure your GMMK 3 is running the latest firmware for peak performance. With CORE 2.1, you can access advanced lighting effects, save personalized keyboard profiles, create custom macros, and set keybinds for total control. Follow the instructions at the link below to get started.
Using the Rotary Knob
Rotating the knob clockwise raises your device’s volume.
Rotating counterclockwise lowers volume.
Pressing the knob once toggles between muting and unmuting your device’s sound.
Double-tapping the knob cycles through the keyboard’s 3 customizable layers.
Customizing Functions: The knob’s functions and keyboard’s layers are customizable via Glorious CORE 2.1.
Switching Between Windows & macOS Functions
On the backside of the GMMK 3 near the USB port is an Operating System Toggle Switch that lets you instantly change the keyboard’s bottom row functions to match either Windows or macOS.
For Windows (Default): Flip the switch to the left, and the device will use the bottom row inputs that match the standard Windows layout.
For macOS: Flip the switch to the right, and the device will use the bottom row inputs that match the standard macOS layout.
Switching Between Keyboard Profiles
3 custom profiles can be saved to the GMMK 3. On the backside of the board, near the USB port, is a Profile Switch with three positions. Each corresponds to the respective profile they activate.
For Profile 1 (Default): Flip the switch to the far left position.
For Profile 2: Flip the switch to the middle position.
For Profile 3: Flip the switch to the far right position.
Customizing Profiles: Profiles can be customized via Glorious CORE 2.1.
Useful Key Combinations for 65%
Lighting Control:
Combo: Fn + Z
Effect: Cycle through active RGB zoneCombo: Fn + X
Effect: Cycle through colors for current effect (if applicable)Combo: Fn + C
Effect: Decrease lighting effect speed (If applicable)Combo: Fn + V
Effect: Increase lighting effect speed (If applicable)Combo: Fn + Left
Effect: Previous lighting effectCombo: Fn + Right
Effect: Next lighting effectCombo: Fn + Up
Effect: Cycle brightness upCombo: Fn + Down
Effect: Cycle brightness down
Media Control (Windows Only):
Combo: Fn + B
Effect: MuteCombo: Fn + N
Effect: Volume downCombo: Fn + M
Effect: Volume upCombo: Fn + ,
Effect: Previous TrackCombo: Fn + .
Effect: Play / PauseCombo: Fn + /
Effect: Next Track
System Control:
Combo: Fn + U
Effect: Scroll Lock (Windows Only)Combo: Fn + Win
Effect: Enable/disable Windows key (Windows Only)Combo: Fn + Backspace
Effect: DelCombo: Fn + O
Effect: InsertCombo: Fn + P
Effect: PrintscreenCombo: Fn + Page Up
Effect: EndCombo: Fn + Page Down
Effect: Home
Special Functions:
Combo: Fn + Shift + Esc
Effect: ~Combo: Fn + Esc
Effect: `
Default Layer 3 Combinations:
Combo: Fn + Alt + Up
Effect: Cycle layers upCombo: Fn + Alt + Down
Effect: Cycle layers downCombo: Fn + Alt + Left
Effect: Cycle profiles downCombo: Fn + Alt + Right
Effect: Cycle profiles up
Permanent Combination:
Combo: Fn + Esc then 1+3+5
Effect: Reset device to default Glorious Firmware
Useful Key Combinations for 75% & Full Size (100%)
Lighting Control:
Combo: Fn + Z
Effect: Cycle through active RGB zoneCombo: Fn + X
Effect: Cycle through colors for current effect (if applicable)Combo: Fn + C
Effect: Decrease lighting effect speed (if applicable)Combo: Fn + V
Effect: Increase lighting effect speed (if applicable)Combo: Fn + Up
Effect: Cycle brightness upCombo: Fn + Down
Effect: Cycle brightness downCombo: Fn + Left
Effect: Previous lighting effectCombo: Fn + Right
Effect: Next lighting effect
Media Control (Windows Only):
Combo: Fn + F4
Effect: Media PlayerCombo: Fn + F5
Effect: Previous TrackCombo: Fn + F6
Effect: Next TrackCombo: Fn + F7
Effect: Play / PauseCombo: Fn + F8
Effect: StopCombo: Fn + F9
Effect: MuteCombo: Fn + F10
Effect: Volume downCombo: Fn + F11
Effect: Volume up
System Control:
Combo: Fn + Win
Effect: Enable/disable Windows key (Windows Only)Combo: Fn + End
Effect: HomeCombo: Fn + F1
Effect: My ComputerCombo: Fn + F2
Effect: Web BrowserCombo: Fn + F3
Effect: CalculatorCombo: Fn + F12
Effect: Print Screen
Default Layer 3 Combinations:
Combo: Fn + Alt + Up
Effect: Cycle layers upCombo: Fn + Alt + Down
Effect: Cycle layers downCombo: Fn + Alt + Left
Effect: Cycle profiles downCombo: Fn + Alt + Right
Effect: Cycle profiles up
Permanent Combination:
Combo: Fn + Esc then F1 + F3 + F5
Effect: Reset device to default Glorious Firmware
How To Build
Click a how-to guide below for step-by-step instructions on how to customize your GMMK 3’s look, sound, and feel to your exact preference.
Technical Specifications
Support & Warranty Information
Support
Questions or concerns regarding your Glorious keyboard can be directed to our support team.
Note that Glorious is unable to offer comprehensive support for third party firmware or parts (switches, keycaps, stabilizers, etc.) purchased from other companies.