A type of plastic used for keycap production, valued for its sound quality but prone to wear and developing a shiny finish over time. Commonly found in GMK keycaps and premium keyboards.
Related Key Terms
The primary keys in the center of the keyboard, consisting of letters, numbers, and punctuation marks.
Keycaps with unique shapes and designs, intended primarily as aesthetic additions to the keyboard rather than for frequent use.
A keycap manufacturing method where the legend (letter or symbol) is molded as a separate piece in a different color. This technique ensures high sharpness and long-lasting durability.
Keycaps that allow light to pass through, both through the legends and the lower portion of the keycap.
A keycap printing method where dye is infused into the plastic using heat and pressure, making the legends an integral part of the material. This method is generally less sharp than Double Shot.
The keys surrounding the alpha keys (letters, numbers, and punctuation at the center of the keyboard). These include keys like Enter, Alt, Shift, Spacebar, Backspace, and others.