See the [build environment setup](https://docs.qmk.fm/#/getting_started_build_tools) and the [make instructions](https://docs.qmk.fm/#/getting_started_make_guide) for more information. Brand new to QMK? Start with our [Complete Newbs Guide](https://docs.qmk.fm/#/newbs).
## Bootloader
Enter the bootloader in 3 ways:
* **Bootmagic reset**: Hold down the top left key and plug in the keyboard. This will also clear EEPROM, so it is a good first step if the keyboard is misbehaving.
* **Physical reset button**: Briefly press the button on the back of the PCB
* **Keycode in layout**: There is no key mapped to `QK_BOOT` in the pre-created keymaps, but you may assign this key in any keymaps you create.