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
Seems like these are easily available elsewhere for lower than the lowest drop price.
That link is pointing to the silver variation (the reflection between the keys makes it look gold). Silver is about $10 cheaper across the board but unfortunately we need to focus this buy on one color because we cant mix and match colors to reach the maximum price drop level.
I'm using the keys on a poker II on red switches right now and I'm uploading a pic so you can see the difference I mentioned. Everything left of the E, D, and C is silver, everything right of R, F, and V is gold.
Hopefully that makes it more clear,
On reds they make the actuation force quite low. I don't have anything to measure it with but reds with the metal caps are very easy to deal with. Keeping that in mind, I find myself having less accidental actuations than I did on the 45g topre I was using previously.
On the browns, the effect is a little more interesting IMO. The tactile feedback is still noticeable for sure, but I find it much less annoying than I normally do. The additional weight of the metal and the momentum created through the key press makes for a smoother experience that's enjoyable without becoming linear.
Hopefully that helps!