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Keyboard size is based on the length of the keyboard compared to a full-sized one. Here follows a visual introduction to keyboard sizes, profiles, andВ layouts, along with some key generalizations (teehee). If IВ reject your suggestion, I'll do my best to explain my reasons rationally and politely.ДЄll proof-readers, fact-checkers, and any contributors will be tagged and acknowledged in the Special Thanks (Section 7.1)!

You might receive a notification when I tag you in the thread. Depending on what you've suggested, making additions orВ changes to the thread might take between 30 min - 24 hours. If I've reacted to your reply, that means I've read it and approved of your suggestion.

Contributors:В I'm looking forВ guides or reviewsВ you've written that are relevant to custom mechanical keyboards or mechanical switches.

Fact-Checkers:В IвЂ™d really appreciate it if you could attach clear-cut evidence or a link to sources.

Proof-Readers: PleaseВ let me know which section(s) you've checked.

All I have is my enthusiasm and Google secondary sources. While IвЂ™ve posted a gross amount of research here, I am admittedly very new to the custom keeb scene and do not have any long-time experience or formal education in hobby electronics. IвЂ™m humbly requesting aid from mechanical keyboard enthusiasts for help with proof-reading, fact-checking, and contributing to this thread. If you've something useful to contribute to the thread, by all means, please share! Suggestions are welcome as well, but keep in mind I'm more partial towards pragmaticВ changes and commonly-applicable new info, rather than rarely relevant fluff or arguing semantics. I'd love to get the thread pinned too, but one of the requirements for pinned threads is more community activity. Why hasn't this thread been pinned in the Peripherals sub-forum? Um, my fingers tend to leave a lot of oils and smudges on smoother surfaces. Topre rubber dome tactiles are a close second, and again, the heavier, the better.В For keycaps, IвЂ™m very partial towards PBT blanks - Minimalismв„ў. I love the smooth keystrokes and muted clacks, and the heavier the spring, the better. If I absolutely needed it, IвЂ™d probably get a standalone tenkey and would prefer to have it to the left of the board. The numpad, however, isnвЂ™t essential to me.

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I frequently rely on the navigation and special/editing keys, and canвЂ™t live without the full set of alphanumeric and modifier keys. The ANSI layout and TKL keyboard size feels the most natural for my typing habits. What are your preferences for custom mechanical keyboards? I have tried to remain neutral towards product recommendations where possible, while providing relevant advice. This is a primer, not a recommendations thread, and the goal here is to equip readers new to custom mechanical keyboards with the knowledge to make their own informed purchasing decisions. If youвЂ™d like some personalized advice, IвЂ™d suggest starting a new thread in the Peripherals sub-forum and detailing out your expectations for your imagined build.ДЄs a friendly notice, I will read but will not respond to these sorts of comments in this thread. The name of the game is custom, and every personвЂ™s tastes and preferences are different. What custom keyboard build or parts would you recommend for me?Дifficult to say. Section 7.0В contains some closing notes and the standard logistical things that go into a primer/guide. Section 6.0В lists some legitimate sites to purchase custom keyboards and keyboard parts from. Section 5.0В covers the basics related to choosing and customizing mechanical keyboard switches. Section 4.0В covers the basics needed to build, set up, and care for a custom mechanical keyboard. Section 3.0В presents some justifications for both pre-built and custom mechanical keyboards. Section 2.0В provides some background info applicable to keyboards in general. Section 1.0В serves an introductory role and aims to provide a birdвЂ™s eye view of the covered topics. The emphasis here is on custom mechanical keyboards, although some sections may also be applicable to other keyboards. To consolidate the basics of building custom mechanical keyboards into one place on the forums, and to explain the topic in laymanвЂ™s terms.

Proof-Reading, Fact-Checking, and Contributions An IntroductionВ to Custom Mechanical Keyboards