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 in for the Oblivion Alphas & Numpad, as well as the Git Modifiers (I'm surprised these were the cheapest, they're great!). I also grabbed the arrows, although I am undecided on if those might not fit with the rest of the style as well. But for 10 bucks, why not try it? Finally, I LOVE the Oblivion LED caps, but damn are those expensive for a few keys. I might just take the plunge on them anyway so I can have something unique and because I don't buy massive amounts of keycap sets, but rather have bought what I need for 2 keyboards. Meaning definitely a few more than 2 full sets over time, because we all need more than one set per keyboard (but seriously it's impossible to go into this collection/hobby and figure out/pick out exactly your favorite setup the first time you do it).
But I just have to point out my shock at the JUNE 2018 estimated ship date. I mean, I went in for matt3o's awesome new profile keycaps which haven't shipped yet knowing it would be at least a 5 month wait, but this will be double that at a whopping 10 months. At that point, just round up - we won't be seeing these in person for a year. That's hard to swallow, but I like this set so much that I know I'd regret not taking the plunge now when June rolls around and people are receiving their keycaps. Future me, very far in the future me for an ecommerce purchase, will thank me.