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 looking to get my first mechanical keyboard and hoping you all could help point me toward a good entry level rig. I'm a desk diver, so this is just general use - lots of email, Slack, etc.
The wireless Logitech I had been using is driving me nuts with lag and missed key strokes, so I'm going full Office Space on it. I have been contemplating dipping my toes in to the world of mechanical keyboards and figure this is as good a reason as any. I also use my num pad quite a bit, so seems I am going to need to get a separate piece for that?
Thanks in advance for any guidance and advice you may have to offer!