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
The kit includes:
- 1 PCB
- 1 Bottom plate
- 12 4mm M2 screws and 6 5mm M2 standoffs
- 1 reset switch
- 30 1N4148 diodes
- AO3416 MOSFET and 4.7kΩ resistor for LED support
The kit DOESN'T include:- Kailh low-profile switches - Available at novelkeys.xyz
- Keycaps for Kailh low-profile switches - Available at novelkeys.xyz
- 1 Pro Micro controller - Available at keeb.io
- 470Ω resistors for LEDs (optional)
- 1.8mm or 2x3x4mm LEDs (optional)
- RGB strip for underglow (optional)
Would be great to have a drop for the think, I've been drooling over it for months now.Grab it here: https://keeb.io/products/dilly-3x10-ortholinear-keyboard-for-kailh-choc-low-profile-switches?variant=7511671668766