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
Most of us do know Reddit, Geekhack or Deskthority to name a few, but every other day we may stumble upon something even at those sites outstanding and maybe helpfull for others, too.
So, tell us your secret tools, findings ... all of us should know.
I might start with a few things i like a lot.
Sharpkeys for simple remapping keys at windows os. For example, you never ever use capslock, make it another strg, HHKB style. All changes are written to the registry. https://sharpkeys.codeplex.com/
Experience the freedom of layers, function keys to your liking with every keyboard at windows os. Software needs to run in the background. http://martin-stone.github.io/touchcursor/
The very helpfull tmk usb to usb converter by hasu, take your layout, layers with you everywhere you go to use it with any keyboard given and beginn to wonder what amazing stuff is possible with the simplest keyboard given. https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=69169.0 Nice review and help: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=74708
Enough for the moment, it's your turn :)