What is a mechanical keyboard? A mechanical keyboard is a computer keyboard that uses spring-activated switches.
What makes it “mechanical”? All keyboards are mechanical, right, so what makes a mechanical keyboard special? The “mechanical” aspect we’re referring to is the spring-activated switch.
Spring-activated switches, or just switches, are the components that bridge the keycap you press and the circuit board that converts your keystrokes into digital signals.
Switches are the heart and soul of mechanical keyboards because they play a decisive role in how your keyboard sounds and feels. Plus, without them your keyboard wouldn’t work.
What is a mechanical keyboard used for? A mechanical keyboard is used primarily for typing, gaming, and programming, although they have applications in music production, graphic design, and anything else you can use a keyboard for.
