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 sat down to lunch today with Yanbo. We had a great time talking keyboards and group buys. At the end of lunch he invited me to a tour of the Massdrop office. I accepted and set a time for later in the day. At 3pm I showed up and met several of the folks that work there as well as showing off my MiniVan keyboard, a usable 40% staggered layout keyboard. I felt like a damn rock star!
We are currently working on getting a drop of the MiniVan planned and ready to go. So for everyone asking when round 2 is coming, it may be sooner than you think!