Mechanical keyboard switches explained

Linear, tactile and clicky switches in plain words, and what to check on a keyboard listing.

What to check

Linear switches move smoothly with no bump. Many players like them for fast, repeated presses.

Tactile switches have a small bump you can feel, which helps with typing accuracy.

Clicky switches add a sound to the bump. Great feel, but loud in shared rooms.

Also check layout size, connection type and whether switches are hot swappable.

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