Mechanical Keyboard Guides & Tutorials
The most in-depth mechanical keyboard guides and tutorials written by community members!
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â˘Mar 20, 2023
Mechanical Keyboard Suggestions For The Office
You spend just as much time typing on your mechanical keyboard as you do sleeping, so why not invest in improving your workspace to be as effici ...
6 minutes
Preston S.
â˘Mar 18, 2023
How to Build a Silent Mechanical Keyboard
Building a silent keyboard is actually a lot easier than you think, and to me, is one of the easiest keyboard builds to do. ...
6 minutes
Christine O.
â˘Mar 12, 2023
Can using a Mechanical Keyboard make you a better programmer?
Back when I was a kid there was a store called CompUSA that had a variety of stores in the United States that specialized in computers and compu ...
5 minutes
Christine O.
â˘Feb 25, 2023
Mechanical Keyboards and Female Gamers: An Interview
âAs a content creator, it is important to have a themeâŚâ, Alannah said, as a way to keep followers engaged in what you are trying to do. She was ...
5 minutes
ThereminGoat
â˘Feb 18, 2023
Gateron Yellow Switches: KS-3, KS-X, What's It All Mean?
Gateron yellow switches come in all shapes and sizes, from KS-3 to KS-8 to G Pro. In this article we explore some of the key differences between ...
10 minutes
Preston S.
â˘Feb 2, 2023
Hot-Swap Keyboard vs Soldered PCB: Does it Matter?
Sometimes it can be confusing to understand the difference between a hotswap and soldered PCB, but don't worry, today we are breaking it all dow ...
6 minutes
Preston S.
â˘Jan 30, 2023
Wuque Studios WS Silent Tactile Keyboard Switch Review
The WS Silent Tactile is one of Wuque Studiosâ newest switches and with a low price of only $.42, they definitely have a lot to offer. ...
5 minutes
Preston S.
â˘Jan 29, 2023
How to Install Switches On Hot-Swap Keyboards
Installing switches for the first time might seem challenging, but with this guide, you will be installing them like a pro in no time! ...
5 minutes
Christine O.
â˘Jan 15, 2023
What to Look for When Buying Mechanical Keyboard Keycaps
Mechanical keycaps are caps that fit onto the key switches of mechanical keyboards. They can be made from a variety of materials, such as ABS pl ...
5 minutes
Christine O.
â˘Jan 12, 2023
What to Look for When Buying Mechanical Keyboard Switches
When shopping for mechanical keyboard switches, there are several key factors to consider before making your decision. In this article, I cover ...
5 minutes
Christine O.
â˘Jan 10, 2023
5 Ways to Deepen the Sound of Your Mechanical Keyboard
Many mechanical keyboard enthusiasts like to customize keyboards based on sound quality. The best feature of a mechanical keyboard is its click- ...
5 minutes
Adeana
â˘Dec 31, 2022
Lubing Tactile Keyboard Switches
Tactile mechanical switches have a reputation, a bit like linear mechanical switches which are said to be for gamers, tactile switches are said ...
9 minutes
Adeana
â˘Dec 29, 2022
Lubing Linear Keyboard Switches
Lubing your mechanical switches is one of the most pleasant modifications you can do to customize the feel, sound, and overall experience of you ...
8 minutes
ThereminGoat
â˘Dec 17, 2022
Keyboard Switch Silencing Mechanisms
If you ask just about anyone in the mechanical keyboard hobby what the different types of switches are that are out there, youâre bound to get t ...
8 minutes
Adeana
â˘Dec 9, 2022
Mechanical Keyboard Holiday Buying Guide 2022
Tis the season and giving the gift of keyboards is the best thing, whatever your budget or what youâre looking for. Whether itâs for yourself or ...
7 minutes
Adeana
â˘Dec 4, 2022
Lubing Keyboard Switches: Tips & Techniques
A well-modified switch is probably one of the most satisfying parts of the mechanical keyboard experience. For me, itâs right up there with well ...
10 minutes
Keybonbon
â˘Nov 20, 2022
TG67 V2 Mechanical Keyboard Build Guide
Now that you've received your TG67 V2 Mechanical Keyboard kit, it's time to build it! Follow the steps below, and reach out to our customer supp ...
5 minutes
Adeana
â˘Nov 13, 2022
Bag Lubing Switch Springs with Krytox 105 Oil
Here you are! Youâve bought your dry, unmodified mechanical switches for your mechanical keyboard. You open the bag. You hold a switch in your h ...
6 minutes
Adeana
â˘Nov 12, 2022
Plate-Mount vs. PCB-Mount Stabilizers
Stabilizers, or stabs for short, are keyboard parts that are installed in conjunction with mechanical switches to support the largest keycaps of ...
7 minutes
ThereminGoat
â˘Nov 11, 2022
How Long Do Keyboard Switches Actually Last?
Over the past year or so of reviewing switches, many of my more frequent questions have begun to be focused on that of âbreaking inâ switches. W ...
6 minutes