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
- Classic Base (Alphas + Text Modifiers + Alphapad + Hobbyist + ISO)
- Micons Base (Betas + Micons Modifiers + Betapad + Hobbyist + ISO)
- 40s Base (Alphas + 40% Text Modifiers, and some Hobbyist keys)
- Classic Accents (Text Bauhaus + Dieter)
- Micons Accents (Micons Bauhaus + Dieter)
- NordeUK addon
- Runic Alphs (Rams)
Get ready for the drop in a couple weeks, hope you're excited for what's coming!