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
Failing that, I would settle for a deep-blue RETURN bar. Unfortunately I appreciate the difference in the RETURN shape means we can never replicate the shape - even the big ones now are L-shape. Are there places where they can make a colour on request per key?
I think the tape cassette controls would also make for great keys!
Just thought I'd ask. (I have a Corsiar STRAFE with the L-shaped RETURN and the awkward side-keys that standard 104's wont fit. Got it before I really understood the finer requirements of the scene.)
Thanks in advance for anyone who knows their stuff. Obviously I've been searching, but I tend to go off on tangents when I discover artisan keycaps and the like!