What is SpaceFN and why you should give it a try
The SpaceFN concept - setting up your space key as a layer switch when held - is probably one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby. Let me explain how it works. My SpaceFN article on kbd.news made some rounds recently - quite surprisingly given the age of this concept. This piece you're reading is a condensed version of the full post. If you're left with unanswered questions, you'll most likely find the info you're looking for in the original write-up. On my imaginary top list of the most useful keyboard features, tweaks and hacks, SpaceFN would deserve a podium finish for sure. But what makes it so special? In short: SpaceFN is easy to implement, easy to learn, costs nothing, can be used with any keyboard, and can improve your productivity instantly. I will list its benefits below, but can state right at this point that the SpaceFN concept, setting up your space key as a layer switch when held, is clearly one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby....
Apr 30, 2024
Any hint as to where I can get a cool set, other than just changing the Esc key with one bought on aliexpress?
Also, it's really common in this hobby to have keycaps that are sometimes 3-5x more than the keyboard itself. If that scares you, then you should probably stop this hobby immediately.
In regards to your second question, I've re-read it 5 times and I have no idea what you're really asking. Keycaps are available all over from multiple vendors. Ebay, aliexpress, mechanicalkeyboards.com, taobao, this site, pimpymykeyboard.com
EDIT: also, if your name is a reference to Eddings' Belgarath, I heartily approve.
And yup, I used to be Gorath before Aldur took care of me (I wish).
Hey -- did I just see your wallet burst into flames?