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
Ive always used 50g+ switches, so using this keyboard at 35g was awkward for gaming as Id press keys by just resting my fingers on them, being used to something heavier. But it was PERFECT once I swapped the dome sheet out. Has a very solid feel, and a great sound.
I have no experience with actual Topre, so I dont know how these nopre boards compare. All I know is that it's a solid keyboard overall.
Being inferior to Realforce/HHKB/Leopold Topre's doesnt mean it's a bad board. It's still a good board.