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 think the bottom row not being standard would really make things odd for me being a gamer and a typer in one. There's a lot I do that just needs those buttons to be bigger. As far as price goes, I think this is a really good deal if you're willing to sacrifice. I think Kailh switches are just as good as Cherry, in fact the price makes me believe they are better. Cherry would be at least mentioning improvements to their switches or why they are better if in fact they were better. Their silence speaks volumes.