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
in regards to the product it self, let me put it this way. a few years ago i was in the same place you are know thinking should i go with the MD realforce 87U drop or buy the Leopold from a ebay seller that was willing to help me out with customs that saved me around $40. i went with the Leopold FC660C simply because i liked having a smaller footprint and all the F keys are accessible true the right Fn key so don't need them on the top.. and i even like the FC980C because the cable is detachable..But that's all just me..Also Hasu made an awsome controller you can buy for the FC660C making it fully programmable with multiple layers.. using a mac that's awsome for me i can connect my laptop and have functions previously not available to me work now..He also made a controller for the FC980C. He sells them for $42 + $6 shipping and believe it's the best $48 you will ever spend on keyboard related hardware..
i hope this was helpful.. good luck..