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What is a mechanical keyboard?
A mechanical keyboard is a peripheral device of the computer that relies on individual switches for each key. It offers a superior typing experience, with tactile and auditory feedback, and is recognized for its remarkable longevity. Highly appreciated by serious gamers, these are, in fact, time-tested technologies, having been on the market since the 1970s.
Why choose QwertyKey keyboards?
Our keyboards aim to provide you with a pleasant experience right out of the box, without needing to make many modifications at home. Most of our keyboards come with a foam layer inside the keyboard case to eliminate echo from within the case. Additionally, most stabilizers are pre-lubricated to give keys like space, shift, enter, and backspace a smoother and more pleasant sound and feel.
How to choose a Mechanical Keyboard?
- Usage: Must meet personal needs; for gaming, writing, or general office activities.
- Features: Consider elements such as switch type, form factor, lighting, and customization options.
Types of Switches:
- Tactile (Brown): provides a tactile actuation point without the need for full depression, ideal for typing and general use.
- Clicky (Blue): produces a characteristic sound with each press, providing auditory and tactile feedback, suitable for those who prefer confirmation of the press.
- Linear (Red): linear movement, without tactile feedback, favors quick and silent presses, preferred by players who require speed.
Layout / Form factor:
Form Factor:
- Full Size: Includes all standard keys, including the numeric section, ideal for those who need full functionality.
- Tenkeyless (TKL): Omits the numeric section, they are more compact and easier to transport.
- 40% / 60% / 65% / 75% / 80% E.T.C: Minimize size for maximum portability, sacrificing some secondary keys.
- Keypad: Specialized for certain functions, such as macros or shortcuts.
Connectivity and Mobility:
- Wireless / Bluetooth: Offers the freedom to move the keyboard without cable restrictions, ideal for clean setups or gaming on TV.
- Battery: Wireless models can have varying autonomy, influenced by lighting and usage.
- Cable: Restricts positioning based on the length of the cable but no longer relies on battery life, as it has power directly from the PC/Console/Device.
Additional Keys:
- Macro-uris: Allows the configuration of repetitive actions to save time, valuable in complex games or repetitive office tasks.
- Taste Multimedia: Provides quick control over media playback, being useful for multitasking or during multimedia content playback.
What does Hotswap keyboard mean?
A hotswap keyboard is a keyboard that allows you to change not only the keycaps but also the switches, unlike most keyboards.
Why choose a Hotswap keyboard?
Most users want to try different types of switches because some later find out that the switch they chose is too loud or too quiet, for example. Also, if you plan to lubricate your keyboard, the hotswap function allows you to remove the switches with a simple tool, which is usually found in the keyboard's box.