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
Not a Desk Candy rep or anything, but felt this GB was a bit under-represented on everything but GeekHack! Cross-post from /r/mk...
Rare ALPS / PBT / DCS goodness inbound on this GB in the modern world of ALPS keycaps. If you were ever interested in ALPS, this would be a good set to scoop up, as this kind of offering doesn't come along often.
For fantastic ALPS boards, LFKeyboards has a great lineup of 68 / 75 / TKL layouts that support holtite ALPS, and non-holtite SMK switches. Can confirm excellent tolerances on a recent SMK65 order, based on the holtite compatibility table:
https://www.lfkeyboards.com/pcbs.html
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1K1qt70E2mcuaHBXYrpPHXlpl7FNaXLo0u_TOe67cVdY/pubhtml?gid=1901814151&single=true
Other boards / offerings may support ALPS, just check the product specifications.
Happy clacking :)