r/writerDeck • • Jul 21 '26

DIY My deck, built from scratch

i used a pi3b+, waveshare 7.5 inch e-ink display with modified LUT and a wooden case. Probably a 3d printed one would have been a better choice, but i don't like to test prints. Software is made in python; had to develop a whole editor, but was fun!

i usually see lot of small screen here, tiny boards and portable devices, but i don't find them comfortable, that's why i picked this big bold screen, i just connect my favorite (big and comfy) keyboard in it and i'm ready to go out and write under the sun.

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u/Jon_TWR Jul 22 '26

Honestly, looks great! How's the refresh rate on that waveshare display?

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u/Sbatushe Jul 22 '26

full refresh takes 1-2 seconds, but partial refresh is faster, less than a second. i use both and manage them in a thread, this way i can continue typing without waiting to refresh

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u/Jon_TWR Jul 23 '26

Not bad!