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'm going to try something special with the carbon. I bought 5 or so "Lambda" packs, 4 vertical row profiles * 3 colors each. I'm going to do a diagonal color pattern weave for all alphas using the lambdas. I'll match the pattern in the number row and the F row with the "Warning Signs".
I just received my "Dream" work keycaps and I love them. GMK Blue Alert. Professional enough for the work desk, but swanky enough for that style. I have those on a WhiteFox.