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've bought things form MD for about 2.5 years now and have placed about a dozen orders to date, with 1 failing and 1 being cancelled with little warning due to payment issue caused by my CC. I was pretty pissed at MD about that last one, but turned out to be a blessing because the cancelled order was for SA Carbon set and I later realized that I don't like SA profile. Generally speaking, everything I'd ordered to date has arrived and in satisfactory condition. I've been fortunate to not get stuck with all the painful issues others in the community have experienced. *knock on wood*
I'm going to keep buying stuff from MD because its the best place I can easily get some cool MechKbd stuff, albeit with some delays. If people want to drop MD from their vendor list, so be it. To each his own. If you find something better, please let me know since competition will only benefit the entire community.
Just wanted to make you aware that alternatives are out there and plentiful at this time. Happy Clacking!