What is Switch type?
Linear (smooth press), tactile (bump you feel), clicky (bump plus loud click).
Short answer
Clicky switches in a shared room or office will make you unpopular fast.
Switch type when buying a mechanical keyboard
Linear (smooth press), tactile (bump you feel), clicky (bump plus loud click).
Why it matters: The switch defines the feel and the noise — nothing else comes close.
Look for: Clicky switches in a shared room or office will make you unpopular fast.
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