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
DSA Season of the Witch
A keyset inspired by the intro sequence to the movie Halloween III: Season of the Witch. A haunting John Carpenter synth soundtrack. The fusion of technology and witchcraft.
Work-in-progress layout featuring: - Alternate blue accent keys - Split spacebar support - Complete UK ISO kit - Arrow kit - LED kit - As well as a few extra bottom row mod keys, out of which the Compose key stands out because it supports the typing of European characters on an otherwise English language layout.
Happy Halloween!
The colors I'm using are Signature Plastics ABS: Alphas - OAS on BFR Modifiers - BFN on BFR Orange accent keys - BFR on OAS Blue accent keys - BFR on BFN
Adding a full alternate colorway would be a quite big addition to the keyset. For the contest, I'd say it's impossible, I'm afraid. I am, however, taking notes on all feedback I receive now for possible future developments.