Mechanical Keyboard Guides & Tutorials

The most in-depth mechanical keyboard guides and tutorials written by community members!

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Preston S.

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Nov 18, 2023

Gateron Tactile Switches Overview

Do you like tactile switches? This blog post goes into depth about our listings of Gateron's switches and will help you learn more about their t ...

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Gateron Tactile Switches Overview
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Keybonbon

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Nov 15, 2023

TG67 V3 Mechanical Keyboard Assembly Guide

In this post, we review how to assemble your TG67 V3 mechanical keyboard, configure it with VIA, and debug common issues. ...

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TG67 V3 Mechanical Keyboard Assembly Guide
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Christine O.

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Nov 11, 2023

Should I Get A Budget Keyboard From Temu?

Is a budget Temu mechanical keyboard worth it? Come check out our short blog post to weigh the pros and cons of these affordable mechanical keyb ...

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Should I Get A Budget Keyboard From Temu?
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Preston S.

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Nov 10, 2023

The Pros and Cons of an Ergonomic Keyboard

This short blog post breaks down all of the pros and cons of ergonomic keyboards and will help you decide if this type of board is fit for your ...

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The Pros and Cons of an Ergonomic Keyboard
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ThereminGoat

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Nov 5, 2023

3 Tiers to Keyboard Switch Modding

Interested in modding your switches? In this short blog post, we find out what's possible when modifying switches in three easy tiers that you c ...

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3 Tiers to Keyboard Switch Modding
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Preston S.

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Oct 29, 2023

What Makes a Keyboard Silent Switch Silent?

Ever wonder what makes a switch "silent"? This blog post will provide some examples of silent switches and provide a brief overview of how these ...

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What Makes a Keyboard Silent Switch Silent?
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Preston S.

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Oct 21, 2023

An Overview of Wuque Studio Keyboard Switches

Let's learn more about Wuque Studio switches! This blog post overviews their current switch lineup and discusses each switch and its features. ...

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An Overview of Wuque Studio Keyboard Switches
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Keybonbon

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Oct 15, 2023

Top 5 Best Selling Gateron Switches (2024)

Gateron switches are among the most popular switches in the mechanical keyboard space. In this post, we explore the top 5 best-selling Gateron s ...

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Top 5 Best Selling Gateron Switches (2024)
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Preston S.

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Oct 14, 2023

Tips for Recording A Good Keyboard Typing Sound Test

Do you want to make a keyboard sound test? This blog post will tell you everything you need to know to create an excellent typing sound test for ...

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Tips for Recording A Good Keyboard Typing Sound Test
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Christine O.

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Oct 9, 2023

Does Your Mechanical Keyboard Need Arrow Keys?

Do you really need arrow keys for your keyboard? This blog post talks about the history of arrow keys and provides some alternatives to use for ...

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Does Your Mechanical Keyboard Need Arrow Keys?
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Preston S.

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Oct 2, 2023

Ideas for a Monochrome (Black & White) Desk Setup

Do you want to make a keyboard sound test? This blog post will tell you everything you need to know to create an excellent typing sound test for ...

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Ideas for a Monochrome (Black & White) Desk Setup
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ThereminGoat

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Sep 23, 2023

An Introduction to Clicky Switch Mechanisms

Are you curious about how clicky switches work? This article will talk about the mechanics of these switches and provide clarity on what makes a ...

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An Introduction to Clicky Switch Mechanisms
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Preston S.

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Sep 21, 2023

An Overview of Keychron's Q-Series Keyboards

This short blog post explores the Keychron Q-Series lineup and provides an overview of each variant's core features and similarities for your ne ...

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An Overview of Keychron's Q-Series Keyboards
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Preston S.

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Sep 18, 2023

What to Expect at Your First Mechanical Keyboard Meetup

This short blog post explores the Keychron Q-Series lineup and provides an overview of each variant's core features and similarities for your ne ...

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What to Expect at Your First Mechanical Keyboard Meetup
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Emmanuel A.

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Sep 11, 2023

VIA (QMK) Mappings for VS Code Programmers

Boost your productivity with keyboard shortcuts for the VSCode IDE! This short blog post covers common keyboard shortcuts to save time and excel ...

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VIA (QMK) Mappings for VS Code Programmers
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Emmanuel A.

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Aug 26, 2023

2024 Keyboard Layout Trends You Should Check Out

Stay ahead with 2024's hottest keyboard trends! This blog post highlights must-see innovations and features to heighten and redefine your typing ...

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2024 Keyboard Layout Trends You Should Check Out
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Christine O.

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Aug 24, 2023

What are Alice Mechanical Keyboards?

Curious about Alice keyboards? This short blog post will talk about the Alice keyboard layout and how its unique design will impact your daily t ...

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What are Alice Mechanical Keyboards?
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Preston S.

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Aug 21, 2023

Mechanical Keyboard Forums Explained

Want to learn about more relevant forums for keebs? This blog post will introduce you to the most commonly used forums so you can learn more fro ...

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Mechanical Keyboard Forums Explained
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Emmanuel A.

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Aug 19, 2023

How to Know If A Keycap Set Fits Your Keyboard

Ensure a perfect fit for your mechanical keyboard! This blog post will guide you through the process of verifying keycap compatibility for your ...

9 minutes

How to Know If A Keycap Set Fits Your Keyboard
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Emmanuel A.

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Aug 17, 2023

Keyboard VIA Mappings for Photoshop Editing

Elevate your Photoshop skills! This blog post goes into detail about essential keyboard shortcuts to map in VIA to boost your editing speed and ...

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Keyboard VIA Mappings for Photoshop Editing