Which keyboard should you buy? – The Ergonomic Journey
Picking the right ergonomic keyboard can be a daunting task. Worry not, my friends, Dominique will guide you through the ergonomic journey and help you pick the perfect keyboard for you.
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Dygma Defy
Has Your Keyboard Got Too Many Keys?
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00:00 Intro
01:09 Ergonomic journey
01:34 Split design
03:46 Programmability
05:15 Thumbkeys
07:11 Tenting
09:06 Columnar layout
10:16 Other features
11:24 End-game keyboard
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▶️ NEW columnar wireless split keyboard – The Dygma Defy
▶️ How to use an ergonomic keyboard in 5 easy steps
▶️ Is tenting your keyboard really THAT important?
▶️ What makes the Dygma Raise different (and better)!
▶️ Are ergonomic keyboards good for gaming?
▶️ From Laptop Keyboard To Ergonomic Split Mechanical Keyboard
▶️ Improving Productivity with the Dygma Raise
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Do u really need 16 thumb keys????, i mean, that’s it a little too much, no?. If i can manage more than 4 layers with only three of those… i mean, there is 13 more that i’m not going to use it?
This video is a near perfect primer to entering the world of enthusiast keyboards. The only advice I’d give to anyone watching, avoiding row stagger is *so* much more important than the video suggests. Columnar or ortholinear layouts make a bigger difference than the rest of the options combined for typing comfort. Reaching the y key without taking your right hand off the homerow or the b key without removing either hand from the home row highlights this really clearly! Columnar/ortholinear largely solves the reach issue for most keys, and I’d go so far as to say buying any keyboard over $80 that doesn’t have this feature is a waste of money.
This video is a perfect overview of the options out there, but if you want advice, make sure no matter what you buy, you try to find something without row stagger.
I’ve got what you would probably consider close to the extreme end of the split keyboard enthusiast options, and I’d give it all up before I went back to row stagger.
Best in class video on the matter!
And your keyboard if the best too!
Set playback speed to 1.25x. Thank me later 🫰
This is interesting. Didn’t expect all your recommendations to be split keyboards. Has the ergonomic-ness of these type of keyboards been verified, if you don’t mind me asking. Think I will try one. On another note do these keyboards also take care of the whole wrist support issue. What are your views on that. Tia.
You talked about tenting but didn’t mention negative tilt. From what I’ve read, it seems like this is one of the key ergonomic features to consider, especially for standing desk users. Would love to see a video about this.
This is an amazing guide. Thank you soo much ❤
I wish this video were available when I purchased by keyboard ….
I liked and comment this for one reason only. TO UNLEASH THE POWER OF MY TUMBS
I’ve started with microsoft ergonomic, and currently on dactyl manuform 5×6.
Very nice!👍👍👍⌨⌨⌨
Well form a legal stand-point you actually showcased a lot of competitors without de-faming their products and while emphasizing the superiority of yours!!
Another comfort level is low profile switches paired with standard height caps. I love Mx low profile + MT3 profile caps which have some benefits of the well while keeping a hot swap PCB.
Gaming ergonomics keyboards here I come
tip for a better video, everytime you name drop a keyboard, show it with text so that people can take a screenshot
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the defy one is amazing but i guess it to expensive !!
OMG, why is EVERYTHING a journey now? I can’t wait for the band Journey to go on tour again. Then I can blog about my "Journey to see Journey journey."
i miss the glove 80 keyboard
🎯 Key points for quick navigation:
00:00:00 *🚴♂️ Introduction to Ergonomic Keyboards*
– The speaker compares the journey of learning to ride a bike to transitioning to ergonomic keyboards, emphasizing the challenges faced and the benefits of ease of use.
– Importance of ergonomic keyboards for alleviating wrist, back, and neck pain.
– Acknowledgment of confusion due to the variety of options available for ergonomic keyboards.
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00:02:13 *🔄 Basic Features of Ergonomic Keyboards*
– Introduction to the split design of ergonomic keyboards, highlighting how it aligns hands with forearms and reduces strain.
– Options discussed range from basic split layout keyboards to fully split membrane keyboards, with pros and cons for each type.
– The article covers the benefits of mechanical switches and their impact on typing experience, detailing the difference between membrane and mechanical keyboards.
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00:04:45 *🖱️ Programmability and Its Importance*
– The relevance of programmability in ergonomic keyboards for reducing finger and hand movements.
– Examples of programmable split keyboards, discussing their features and considerations regarding price and usability.
– Addresses limitations of current programmable options, including discomfort when switching layers.
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00:05:58 *👍 Enhancing Ergonomics with Thumb Keys*
– Introduction of thumb keys on keyboards to improve ergonomics by repositioning frequently used keys.
– Examples including the digma Rays, which offer multiple thumb keys to optimize user comfort.
– Discussion of the price point and structural features of advanced ergonomic keyboards.
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00:07:22 *⚙️ Tenting Solutions for Enhanced Comfort*
– Explanation of "tenting" as an advanced ergonomic feature that promotes better alignment and reduces forearm strain.
– Introduction to keyboards with tenting options, highlighting their degrees of adjustment.
– Recommendations for specific keyboards with tenting solutions, emphasizing the progression in usability as comfort increases.
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00:09:01 *🕹️ Columnar Layout Keyboards*
– Explanation of the columnar layout’s advantages in reducing finger travel and improving ergonomics.
– Comparison among different columnar ergonomic keyboards, noting features such as built-in tenting and the number of thumb keys.
– Discussion of transitioning challenges when moving from conventional to more advanced keyboard layouts.
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00:10:39 *🛠️ Advanced Ergonomic Configurations*
– Introduction to highly specialized keyboards with minimal keys and unique designs for advanced users.
– Mention of trade-offs related to concave key wells and their difficulties in manufacturing.
– Emphasis on personal comfort and productivity as the culmination of the ergonomic keyboard journey, regardless of the user’s chosen stage.
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No. You don’t use "ergo" keyboards. They aren’t ergonomic at all.
@dygma please recreate ms sculpt ergo
Are you Pinay? 😀
Is there an ergonomic keyboard which has big enter key and a range of non-English layouts (for EU market)?
I just pre-ordered the Dygma Raise 2, shortly after watching this video and looking into your company.
Despite already owning a mechanical keyboard, a friend introduced me to ergonomic keyboards a few days ago and I have been doing research since. Every youtube channel seems to be talking about the same 3 brands, but I wasn’t convinced by any of them. I had heard of Dygma but hadn’t really looked into your products yet, but found this video to be so informative and well put together that I started binging all the content in your channel. I think what really caught my attention is how there seems to be a sense of community here as well as on Discord and Reddit, and your videos all have a good sense of humor. So after checking the product on your website and seeing it ticks all my boxes, it was a no-brainer.
I really liked the level of customization you offer when ordering as well! I can’t wait to get my hands on the Raise 2, literally 😀
The prop microphone is just weird
Ill keep to my k380, thanks.
Yes, great video. I am beginning my journey to transition and it has definitely sold me on the Dygma! Thank you.
I hate layers, i need more buttons, F keys and arrow is a must for me
Why she so hot?
I love your videos D. 😉😉
They are very enjoyable to watch and I like very much the details.
I love the dygma-defy and the dygma-raise-2.
I will try them one of this days. I am trying to move out of traditional keyboards 😊😊
Also, with all respect, i want to tell that you are very beautiful. 😍😍😍😍
Please let me know if you come to Portugal .
Thx
I got the kinesis freestyle a few months ago when I started developing arthritic pain in my wrists. Overall, I like the keyboard and I think it accomplishes what it’s meant to do. However, I personally cannot adjust to the “tall“ keys after using slim profile keyboards for over a decade. I just cannot get used to it. It’s like my fingers are getting stuck between the keys! yes, it doesn’t have 100% of the keys (I miss my number pad!), But it has some handy keys instead, such as copy cut and paste keys, to prevent using modifier keys.
dygma balls.
the nerd drama stuff is distracting
Dygma? Dygma nuts a hole to fit in lmao gottem
I actually found the staggered->columnar switch to free the easiest part.
love this run down, great video!!
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Your thoughts on the glove80?
Im in the Game for a new keyboard and found you guys as well as the Reddit subs that help me join ergonomics with mechanics and customization.
Never used a concave keyboard and the most ergonomic one I’ve had so far is the cheap one by Microsoft which held up well for years at work and already drove coworkers crazy when they had to use my computer. My dasKeyboard ultimate without characters enhanced their frustration so rarely anybody sits in my place.
I want to make my workspace absolutely unusable to others and for that – and happy hands 🙌🏻 – I got the UHK, Dygma and the Glove on my list. 😂
(This narrative took an unexpected turn along the way)
While I found this video a good summary of many of the perks of ergonomic keyboards, the bias toward dygma was uncomfortable for me. The hype and special effects reserved for your own board with the mere shrug at concave key wells and no mention of the glove80 kinda slayed me. I’m looking for a video to explain ergonomic keyboards to my physical therapist and for those reasons it can’t be this one
I am having surgery. I type for a living. I will be in a sling for 6 weeks. I want a split keyboard, so that I can have the right keyboard, near my right hand, without extending my arm. Which keyboard do you recommend.
I wonder what can you say about "ergo" and still use the illogical QWERTY? That is the first thing when I think about "ergo", you can go "ergo" and help yourself against some health problems (as RSI) by changing your layout even on your cheap plastic noname keyboard for under 5$.
And the next necessary things come: your desk, your chair, how high are these? The most important your sitting (or standing) posture makes your "ergo". Then the last ornament stuffs come: keycap, switches, material of your case, how bling is your RGB etc… these luxuries would please your eyes but have nothing to do with "ergo".
Those thumbkeys reminds me of the MMORPG mouse with 12 buttons on the side of the gaming mouse. If programmable it just might elevate my gaming. Too bad can’t find one that’s somewhat affordable. Actually all of these extra features comes with a heafty price tag or just simply not available
Omg, you configurator supports Linux too! No more excuses then 😀
wonder how much a company could get out of setting up testing spots in public places where people can try out all the stages because I really would buy a small fee to play around
And the vision that only 10 keys are enough for everything?
Thank you so much for this video 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
What about a number pad for accounting? I have ulnar nerve damage and need an ergonomic keyboard.
300$ on a keyboard or a GPU hard choice…
How useless this video is…
What is different about the thumb key switches? If I’m swapping in a custom set of switches, do I need to order something specific for those keys?