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
Arrows now dark grey, Colorway adjusted to bright cyan, Colorway extended to numpad, Legends are now gray, Custom legends for various keys, Number row top legends added, Front legends for alphas and remaining symbols, Alt/Option legend Inverted to match angle of colorway, Command/Super Legend changed to Terminal command prompt symbol
Planned additions: Novelty caps (Start Engine, Air, Fuel, Ignition, etc.), Windows caps, ISO compatibility, 0/00 Numpad compatibility, 65% & 75% compatibility
This is still a work in progress. All feedback is welcome! :)