Does the "Fn" key generate a standard keycode when pressed, so that it can be remapped through third-party software? Or does it solely modify the behavior of other keys within the keyboard?
BEST ANSWER:Hi, the Fn key works on the hardware side and modifies other keys. It does not generate a keycode by itself so remapping software won't be able to reassign it. All the keyboards with Fn keys that we have tested works in a similar way so it might be hard to find a keyboard with a Fn key that can be remapped. Thanks for checking.
BEST ANSWER:Hi, the Fn key works on the hardware side and modifies other keys. It does not generate a keycode by itself so remapping software won't be able to reassign it. All the keyboards with Fn keys that we have tested works in a similar way so it might be hard to find a keyboard with a Fn key that can be remapped. Thanks for checking.
Even in the daytime, the keys ARE NOT VISABLE. They used a dark grey key lettering with a black background *face palm*. I can't see anything. First time customer...
I have WASD keyboard for my home PC but I could not see myself spending that much on a keyboard for work. This is the next best option. The quality is great for the price. I would highly recommend.
Squeaks and bottoms out. The other keys type as you would expect a mechanical keyboard to do, but the spacebar is a mess. I also get some sticking on the arrow keys. Not enough to bother me as an office user, but it would certainly be a problem for gaming.
Working keyboard. Feels cheap and the space bar is ridiculously squeaky, the pads on the bottom don’t really grip the desk at all so this slides around easily
One dead key I never use, Non-Backlite hard to see and issues with replacement keycaps
Previously noted by another review, the keycaps are hard to read on the non-backlite version.
Mine has one dead key (PrtSc) that I never use and given that it was discounted, I 'm not sending back. Still does not indicate rigid QC.
I'm interested in replacing the keycaps, ?ANSI layout, with grey keys with higher visibility markings but Monoprice product support was unable to make any suggestions.
Hi, we can only guarantee fit with our keycaps, if you intend to change color, product 33544 in white is what has been tested. But these keyboards are spec'd to be compatible with standard cherry-style keycaps so you could try other brands. Just make sure the bottom row modifier keys are all equal size (some gaming keyboards/keycaps have different sizes for the bottom row modifier keys and would therefore not fit). Sorry to hear about your issue with the PrtSc key, if you decide to have it replaced it is covered by our warranty. Thanks.
June 6, 2019
Irv S
Legit mechanical keyboard
works as expected. quality is better than expected. as good as units costing 5x as much!
Heavy, sturdy, no slip mechanical keyboard with brown switches. Quiet typing (not silent, but not clicky). Each key press feels sturdy. The space bar a tiny bit clunky, but that's common on many keyboards. It's really not bad.
This doesn't compare with my $150 Razor Huntsman Elite opto-mechanical keyboard, but it does make a great keyboard for the office and for the price. I would definitely buy again and recommend to my gamer friends that want a similar feel in the office without breaking the bank.
This is the non back lit version. I'm in a fairly dark office and can't see any of the text on any of the keys. I personally don't look at keys, so this isn't an issue for me. If you need to look at the keyboard at all, get the back lit version for roughly $5 more, also available on Monoprice.
Media buttons are FN keys, just like my expensive Razor keyboard. In fact, the functions are even on the same keys as my Razor. I know some people prefer media buttons to be separate, but I'm used to it this way.
This is an excellent keyboard. Outemu switches are great. Pretty compact. Media functions are a plus. Keycaps are so-so. Good quality, but hard to read. Seem to be the same keycaps as for the backlit model, where they're probably better because the LEDs will shine through. But keycaps are easy to replace with whatever you like.
Only other drawback is the hard-wired USB cable, but it's a nice cloth-wrapped cable, so no big deal.
Overall an excellent value. I like this better than my WASD keyboard that cost 3-4x the price.
