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Mechanical keyboards (or mechanical-switch keyboards) are computer keyboards which have an individual switch for each key. The following table is a compilation list of mechanical keyboard models, brands, and series:
Switch name Stem design Switch type Click type Initial force Actuation force Spring force Actuation point Total travel Mounting type Factory lube SMD LED compatibility Key stroke lifespan Drop x Invyr Kailh Holy Panda [22] MX Type stem Tactile N/A 67 g 67 g 67 g 1.2 mm 4.0 mm Plate mounting No Yes 80 million Drop Kailh Halo True [23] MX Type stem
The commonly used keys for gaming on a computer are the 'W', 'A', 'S', 'D', and the keys close and adjacent to these keys. These keys and style of using a keyboard is referred to as WASD. A gaming keypad will not only optimize the WASD layout, but will often contain extra functionality, such as volume control, the Esc. key, the F1–F12 keys ...
Some optical keyboards use a special key structure that blocks the light in a certain pattern, allowing only one beam per row of keys (most commonly a horizontal beam). The mechanism of the optical keyboard is very simple – a light beam is sent from the emitter to the receiving sensor, and the actuated key blocks, reflects , refracts or ...
The indicator light is sometimes used for other purposes such as a keyboard layout indicator [14] [15] in some Linux distributions or other applications, [16] because doing so is less likely to cause problems than manipulating other keys/lights. Keyboard, video, mouse switches (KVM) often use the Scroll Lock key on the keyboard connected to the ...
Unicomp Model M with removed z key. The exposed buckling spring is visible. The exposed buckling spring is visible. A buckling spring is a type of keyswitch mechanism , popularized by IBM 's keyboards for the PC , PC/AT, 5250/3270 terminals, PS/2, and other systems.
Under normal conditions, the switch (key) is open, because current cannot cross the non-conductive gap between the traces on the bottom layer. However, when the top layer is pressed down (with a finger), it makes contact with the bottom layer. The conductive traces on the underside of the top layer can then bridge the gap, allowing current to flow.
Roblox – a sandbox game that has spawned several memes, such as its "oof" sound. QWOP – A browser-based game requiring the player to control a sprint runner by using the Q, W, O, and P keys to control the runner's legs. The game is notoriously difficult to control, typically leaving the runner character flailing about.