Which Switch is right for You?
In order to figure out which switch is the perfect switch for you, you must get to know your options first. There are a couple questions you should ask yourself before picking a switch type.
How much noise do you want your keyboard to make?
How much force do you want to use when typing?
What would the main purpose of your keyboard be for? Would it be for office use or gaming?
Would you prefer a smoother typing experience or would you want to experience a slight bump when clicking a key?
After you have the answers to these questions you can begin your search for your perfect keyswitch.
It is important to note that although there are three main groups of switches, there are a large number of subgroups in which the switches are separated. Switch types can sometimes be differentiated by the switch’s color.
Linear Switches
Linear switches are designed for a smoother typing experience. They are also well known for being silent and not making too much noise. Linear switches are also really light switches and are easy to click. The best way to describe the force is that it feels like your fingers are gliding on the keys. These switches also cater to video game players more so than office keyboard users. This is because the linears have a really fast response time, and because typing sounds could distract the players while playing.
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Tactile Switches
These switcheswere made to provide tactile feedback. These switches are great for beginners because you can know whether or not the key press was registered based on whether or not you felt the bump upon clicking the key. Tactile switches are great for people with big hands because they tend to misclick keys at times, because these switches require more force to register than linear ones. Although these switches are pretty versatile when it
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Clicky switches
Clicky switches work the exact same way as tactile ones, except they make a loud, distinct “click” noise upon activation. People who enjoy typing sounds and want a distinct keypress indication will enjoy this switch.
