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
But otherwise idk.
Not too sure what SP and SA means so thats probably my problem, but I'm just trying to learn more about keycaps and mechanical keyboards in general so any info helps!
This causes the costs to produce these sets to skyrocket. Vortex, Tai Hao, and others are making great strides in introducing good-quality PBT sets at low prices lately, but they're all in the standard OEM-style profile (so they'll sell to non-enthusiast folks more readily), and likely made by the tens of thousands in each colorway—thus, lower prices.
SA (and to a lesser extent, DSA) sets are quite a niche item. Either your want for them keeps you up at night, or it doesn't ;)
The best thing you can do is just give SA profile a try and make your own opinion about it.