The term "QWERTZ" refers to a specific keyboard layout commonly used in German-speaking countries. It gets its name from the first six letters in the top row of the keyboard. The QWERTZ layout differs from the more widely known QWERTY layout, primarily in the placement of the letters "Y" and "Z," which are swapped to accommodate the frequency of use in the German language. In addition to the letter arrangement, the QWERTZ layout often includes special characters and diacritics that are essential for typing in German, such as Umlauts (ä, ö, ü) and the Eszett (ß). This layout is designed to enhance typing efficiency for users who primarily communicate in German.