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
Thanks :)
Does anyone know how hard/easy it is dealing with stabilizers.
On mine, the spacebar uses Cherry stabilizers - super super simple to deal with. The 4 other keys use costar wires/inserts. On all but one it wasn't TOO hard to handle: remove key from switch, use pliers to carefully remove the wire from one insert, slide off other insert. Then just move the inserts over to the new keys and put the stabilized keys on before any others: slide one side onto the wire, use the pliers to put the other side onto the wire by bending the wire gently, push keycap onto switch.
The bad key (backspace) I was unable to remove the inserts from it - they're stuck pretty well. It might be worthwhile for you to go on to WASD keyboards and buy some extra costar inserts.
Thanks so much for guide and heads up!