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
No greens? Really??? I accidentally ordered a set of the Gateron Greens on the last drop before I realized they're non-SMD LED compatible. I figured it's not that big of a deal because I can just drill out the back, but is there any chance of you offering the Green Version of these? I can't seem to even find these online anywhere else just to buy them.
I finally found this CM Storm QuickFire TK Limited Edition keyboard with green switches, that several reviewers ragged about being too stiff, but when I received it from amazon I was completely won over. I was almost about to give up on mechanical switches, but now I absolutely love them with these green puppies. With those little rubber o-rings added too, I swear, typing has almost become like good sex.
On the last Gateron drop I jumped in on, just a few weeks back, they had all the colors in PCB or Plate mount, but I didn't notice they weren't SMD LED compatble, until after I ordered them. I honestly can't believe how hard it is to find green switches in general and especially SMD LED Plate Mount green switches, but I just got into mechanical keyboards recently.
That varmilo looks sweet, BUT I hate bluetooth. If it comes up for another drop, I might try it out though, thnx.