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
I ended up getting those Chinese typewriter keys, cause they do have some additional symbols. I figured that maybe I'd beg on the keyboard forums, asking if anyone filled a 40% or 60% with that set, and were willing to sell me their spare F-keys and symbol keys. I never did get around to actually doing that though.
Still... Adding a few media keys, even as an add on option, I think would go a long way.
Is there a reason for this? Really makes the set seem off.