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'm sure this'll see the success it deserves!
I spent way too much time reading and commenting in this discussion while I was at work and here is a list of the changes based on what I heard from everyone:
1) The /| key was moved to the base kit, so that means it's no longer in the UK, Ortho, or Tsangan kits because it doesn't have to be
2) Ortho Kit got a 1u DEL key
3) M11 and M12 were added to the Macro Kit
4) CAPS LOCK was added to each accent kit (how did I miss that?)
and finally....ALL KITS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE!!!!!!!!
(The arrow keys from the renders are in the Bonus Kit)