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
But after living with the Code for awhile now, I'm impressed with 3 things:
1. It's built like a tank--heavy, solid, zero flex. The 2 little feet on the back work perfectly (unlike some keyboards). 2. The clear switches I got (60 g. force required) instantly produced the best typing experience I've ever had. The add'l stiffness actually feels good to me vs MX blues. 3. But the best feature of all IMO is the adjustable back-lighting. I've never had this feature before, but always needed it (my home office is dimly lit at night and I've had trouble seeing/identifying keys for years). I adjusted the lighting to minimum (very "see-able" low-level white light) and only turn it on at night. It's an ideal feature, one I'll never do without again.
The height is very good, as you mention, but not significantly different from my full-size Das keyboard that I can tell. But if you feel a difference and it puts less strain on your wrist, that's good to hear.