Mechanical Keyboard Guides & Tutorials
The most in-depth mechanical keyboard guides and tutorials written by community members!
New to custom mechanical keyboards?Read the comprehensive introduction to custom mechanical keyboards, written by community expert Alexotos.Emmanuel A.
â˘Aug 11, 2023
QMK / VIA Keyboard Shortcuts for Designers (Adobe Suite)
Boost your productivity with keyboard shortcuts for Windows and Mac! This short blog post covers common keyboard shortcuts to save time and exce ...
7 minutes
Preston S.
â˘Aug 9, 2023
An Introduction to Chosfox Keyboard Switches
What are Chosfox Switches? Dive into our blog post to learn more about this brand and the different options available for each type of switch fo ...
10 minutes
Emmanuel A.
â˘Jul 27, 2023
Top 5 Things You Need for Your Gaming Keyboard
Get ready to level up your gaming experience! Check out our latest guide on the must-have features and factors to look out for with your next ga ...
18 minutes
Preston S.
â˘Jul 24, 2023
What Stabilizers To Buy for Your Mechanical Keyboard
Choosing some new stabilizers for your mechanical keyboard? Don't miss our blog post! Discover the best choices so you can enhance your typing e ...
6 minutes
ThereminGoat
â˘Jul 19, 2023
Keyboard Switch Leaves Explained
This short blog post talks about keyboard switch leaves and the significant role they play in determining a switch's tactility and general feel ...
8 minutes
Emmanuel A.
â˘Jul 17, 2023
Are Mechanical Keyboards Better for Productivity?
Can you really boost productivity with mechanical keyboards? This post explores if they live up to the hype so let's find out if they're the key ...
15 minutes
Emmanuel A.
â˘Jul 16, 2023
How Mechanical Keyboard PCBs Work (Technical Dive)
In this blog post, we go over all of the components that formulate a mechanical keyboard PCB and delve deeper into what each element of the PCB ...
20 minutes
Emmanuel A.
â˘Jun 27, 2023
Understanding Switch Springs and Switch Swapping
What are switch springs and switch swapping? This blog post talks about these key aspects to further your understanding of your next set of mech ...
10 minutes
Preston S.
â˘Jun 22, 2023
Beginner Mechanical Keyboard Questions Answered
New to mechanical keyboards? Find answers to beginner questions and discover everything you need to know to find the perfect mechanical keyboard ...
9 minutes
Emmanuel A.
â˘Jun 19, 2023
What are VIA and QMK for Mechanical Keyboards?
Unraveling the mystery: VIA and QMK explained! This blog post dives into these essential keyboard firmware platforms and unlock new customizatio ...
13 minutes
Emmanuel A.
â˘Jun 7, 2023
4 Things To Consider Before Buying a Wireless Keyboard
In this guide you will learn about the most important considerations you should have in mind when purchasing a wireless keyboard and its pros an ...
13 minutes
ThereminGoat
â˘Jun 6, 2023
Youâre Not Trying Enough Keyboard Switches
Are you missing out on the next best set of switches? This post reveals why trying new brands is essential and talks about how you can find your ...
4 minutes
Catherine L.
â˘Jun 5, 2023
A Step-by-Step Guide to Cleaning Your Mechanical Keyboards
"Do you really have to clean a mechanical keyboard?" you ask. keeb-savvy people know the answer is "yes", obviously. ...
9 minutes
Preston S.
â˘May 31, 2023
Overview of Popular Keyboard Switch Housing Materials
In this short and concise guide, you will discover the different types of mechanical switch housing materials that you need to know for your upc ...
3 minutes
Preston S.
â˘May 20, 2023
What Are Mechanical Keyboard PCBs?
Discover the inner workings of mechanical keyboard PCBs in our latest guide. Find out more about how these crucial components support your keybo ...
2 minutes
Preston S.
â˘May 12, 2023
N-key Rollover in Mechanical Keyboards Explained
This is a short guide on N-key rollover (NKRO) and how this feature prevents "ghostingâ or missed keystrokes when multiple keys are pressed simu ...
2 minutes
Preston S.
â˘May 10, 2023
How to Test Your Mechanical Keyboard PCB
This short guide describes testing mechanical keyboard PCB with concise instructions, tools needed, and methods to check for defective switches ...
2 minutes
Preston S.
â˘May 8, 2023
How to Properly Silence Your Keyboard Stabilizers
Tuning your stabilizers can be daunting and in this short guide you will learn everything you need to properly and easily modify and fine-tune y ...
4 minutes
Emmanuel A.
â˘May 6, 2023
Can Wrist Rests Be Good for Your Health?
Ever wonder what wrist rests can do for you? Learn more about the functions and benefits of wrist rests and the factors you should consider when ...
7 minutes
Preston S.
â˘May 4, 2023
Comparing Mechanical Keyboard Plate Materials
Mechanical keyboards use a variety of different plate materials, including PC, FR4, and Aluminum. In this guide, I review several options to hel ...
3 minutes