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
I don't totally understand the point of this site yet, but I see a huge communitie arround Mech Keyboard so I was wondering if you guys can help me on something :
I Actually have a Roccat Ryos MK pro, but after more than 1 year of life, leds are starting to die 1 by 1. This is a known probleme on the keyboard so I was wondering of changing to a new one, one that I could upgrade with time. But I have litteraly Zero experience in keyboard so I have a few questions :
--> If I change a Key on the keyboard, will it repare the led? or is it completely dead? (Like embeded in the chasis)
--> Is it possible to buy a Keyboard template and Cherry mx red/brown switch to put on it ? Like a totally DIY keyboard, (and put on it the Roccat's Keys that are still alive and good to use?)
I think that's all for the moment, thanks by advance !