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
Now I'm using a cooler master masterkeys pro s with mx browns. I chose this option because the tkl format when using my mouse for long gaming sessions was far more comfortable with my limited wing span at only 5'6. I chose browns because at the time blues weren't available and since then I've grown to appreciate them as well.
What I'd like to see next for my boards is the troubled minds key cap set drop again. I would put them on my cooler master quickfire rapid-i, giving me a sleek set that sports my favorite fictional character on the keyboard I carry around for my laptop.