What is Keycap material?
ABS (smooth, shines over time) vs PBT (textured, stays matte).
Short answer
Double-shot or dye-sub legends don't fade; laser-etched ones do.
Keycap material when buying a mechanical keyboard
ABS (smooth, shines over time) vs PBT (textured, stays matte).
Why it matters: PBT caps keep their texture and legends for years; ABS gets greasy-shiny in months.
Look for: Double-shot or dye-sub legends don't fade; laser-etched ones do.
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