{"product_id":"logickeyboard-adobe-graphic-designer-photoshop-illustrator-indesign-astra-2-mac","title":"LogicKeyboard Adobe Graphic Designer Keyboard for Mac — Photoshop + Illustrator + InDesign ASTRA 2","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLogicKeyboard Adobe Graphic Designer Keyboard for Mac — Photoshop + Illustrator + InDesign ASTRA 2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign in Illustrator. Layout in InDesign. Retouch in Photoshop. Switch between all three without losing a beat. The \u003cstrong\u003eLogicKeyboard ASTRA 2 Adobe Graphic Designer for Mac\u003c\/strong\u003e is the dedicated 3-in-1 keyboard for graphic designers — covering \u003cstrong\u003ePhotoshop CC, Illustrator CC, and InDesign CC\u003c\/strong\u003e shortcut keys in a single backlit keyboard with Mac-native modifier keys. Color-coded, graphically labeled, and built for designers who move fluidly across the Adobe creative suite on macOS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-in-1 graphic designer keyboard for Mac\u003c\/strong\u003e — covers Photoshop CC, Illustrator CC, and InDesign CC shortcuts in one keyboard; no more switching keyboards or hunting for shortcuts across three applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMac-native modifier keys\u003c\/strong\u003e — Command, Option, and Control keys properly labeled for macOS workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor-coded tri-app shortcut keys\u003c\/strong\u003e — every command labeled with graphical icons and color-coding for instant visual recognition across all three applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBacklit keys with 5 brightness levels\u003c\/strong\u003e — dimmable backlight adapts from bright studios to dark design environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in USB 3.0 hub\u003c\/strong\u003e — connect a graphics tablet dongle, USB drive, phone, or other peripherals directly from the keyboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual USB cable design\u003c\/strong\u003e — separate grey cable for keyboard and black cable for USB hub; eliminates KVM extender conflicts in complex studio setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-profile scissor-switch keys\u003c\/strong\u003e — light, responsive feel with tactile feedback and quiet operation for long design sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-size F-row and multimedia keys\u003c\/strong\u003e — activate function keys on Mac by pressing FN + F-key; full multimedia control included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 million keystroke durability\u003c\/strong\u003e — built for professional daily use in graphic design and print production studios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug-and-play\u003c\/strong\u003e — no software installation required; works immediately on macOS including Apple Silicon (M1\/M2\/M3\/M4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Keyboard Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Adobe Graphic Designer ASTRA 2 for Mac is the essential tool for graphic designers, art directors, brand designers, and print production specialists working across Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign on Mac. Ideal for advertising agencies, design studios, publishing houses, packaging designers, corporate marketing teams, and in-house creative departments running Mac workstations who want all their Adobe shortcuts in one place. Also used in graphic design schools and programs teaching the full Adobe creative suite on Mac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Photoshop CC + Illustrator CC + InDesign CC (macOS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e macOS, including Apple Silicon (M1\/M2\/M3\/M4) — plug-and-play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModifier keys:\u003c\/strong\u003e Command, Option, Control (Mac-native)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBacklight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — 5 selectable brightness levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scissor-switch, low-profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB hub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in USB 3.0 port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual cable (grey for keyboard, black for hub)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of keys:\u003c\/strong\u003e 108 (ANSI) \/ 109 (ISO)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurability:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10,000,000 keystrokes per key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 446mm × 150mm × 30mm (17 5\/8\" × 6\" × 1 1\/4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 950g (2.1 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wired USB (dual cable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich Adobe applications does this keyboard cover?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Adobe Graphic Designer ASTRA 2 for Mac covers shortcut keys for \u003cstrong\u003ePhotoshop CC, Illustrator CC, and InDesign CC\u003c\/strong\u003e — all three applications in one keyboard with Mac-native modifier keys. It’s designed for graphic designers who regularly work across the full Adobe print and digital design suite on macOS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow are the Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign shortcuts differentiated on the keyboard?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe keys are color-coded and graphically labeled to distinguish between shortcuts for each of the three applications. This allows you to visually identify which shortcut belongs to which application at a glance, even when switching rapidly between Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign on Mac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this keyboard work with Apple Silicon Macs (M1, M2, M3, M4)?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The ASTRA 2 is a standard USB HID keyboard compatible with Apple Silicon and Intel Macs running macOS. No drivers or software installation required — plug in the grey USB cable and it works immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I activate the function keys on this Mac keyboard?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo activate function keys on the Mac ASTRA 2, press \u003cstrong\u003eFN + the desired F-key\u003c\/strong\u003e (e.g., FN + F7). Watch a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cU5L4-4XkEs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehelp video about Mac function keys here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs there a PC\/Windows version of this keyboard?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/logickeyboard-adobe-graphic-designer-keyboard-for-pc-photoshop-illustrator-indesign-astra-2\"\u003eLogicKeyboard Adobe Graphic Designer ASTRA 2 for PC\u003c\/a\u003e for the Windows-compatible version with standard PC modifier keys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow does this compare to the Adobe Photographer keyboard for Mac?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/logickeyboard-adobe-photographer-ps-lr-mac-astra-2-us-lkb-pslr-a2m-us\"\u003eAdobe Photographer ASTRA 2 for Mac\u003c\/a\u003e covers Photoshop CC + Lightroom CC \u0026amp; Classic — optimized for photographers. The Adobe Graphic Designer ASTRA 2 for Mac covers Photoshop CC + Illustrator CC + InDesign CC — optimized for graphic designers, art directors, and print\/digital production specialists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the dual USB cable design for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ASTRA 2 uses two USB cables: a grey cable for the keyboard itself and a black cable for the built-in USB 3.0 hub. This separation prevents conflicts with KVM extenders. You only need to plug in the grey cable to use the keyboard; the black cable activates the USB hub. Watch a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=hCRLEDvu6iE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehelp video about the two cables here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I connect a Wacom tablet to the keyboard’s USB hub?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the built-in USB 3.0 hub is ideal for connecting a Wacom tablet dongle, USB drive, or other peripherals directly from the keyboard, keeping your Mac design workstation organized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this keyboard suitable for graphic design education programs on Mac?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the color-coded shortcut labels make the Adobe Graphic Designer ASTRA 2 an excellent teaching tool for graphic design courses covering Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign on Mac. Ask Ergo Works works with educational institutions on bulk orders. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ergonomics-consulting\"\u003eContact our specialists\u003c\/a\u003e for volume pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCan Ask Ergo Works help configure a full ergonomic Mac graphic design workstation?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. Our certified ergonomic specialists work with graphic designers, art directors, and creative professionals to optimize full Mac workstation setups — including keyboard positioning, monitor height, chair configuration, and peripheral placement for long design sessions. 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