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
- fn+f1=my computer
- fn+f2=browser home page?
- fn+f3=calculator
- fn+f4=media player
- fn+f5=rewind
- fn+f6=fast forward
- fn+f7=start/pause
- fn+f8=stop
- fn+f9=mute
- fn+f10=lower volume
- fn+f11=raise volume
- fn+f12=lock computer?
let me know if you guys find anymore lol, these are just the f1-f12 keys