Linear, tactile, or clicky? Understanding keyboard switches helps you find the perfect typing experience.
Mechanical keyboard switches come in three main types, each offering a different typing experience.
Linear Switches
Smooth and quiet, linear switches like Cherry MX Red are ideal for gaming. No bump means quick, silent keystrokes.
Tactile Switches
Tactile switches like Cherry MX Brown provide a subtle bump when actuation occurs. Great for typing without the noise of clicky switches.
Clicky Switches
Clicky switches like Cherry MX Blue produce an audible click. Satisfying for typing but can be disruptive in shared spaces.