🔴 Mechanical Keyboard Switches Guide

The heart of your keyboard experience. Learn the difference between switch types.

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Linear Switches

Red, Black, Yellow - Smooth all the way down

Linear switches provide a smooth, consistent keystroke from top to bottom with no tactile bump or audible click.

Best For:

  • Gaming - Fast, unimpeded actuation
  • Fast typists - No bump to slow you down
  • Quiet environments - Quieter than clicky

Popular Linear Switches

Cherry MX Red 45g actuation
Gateron Yellow 50g actuation
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Tactile Switches

Brown - Subtle bump feedback

Tactile switches provide a subtle bump at the actuation point without the loud click of clicky switches.

Best For:

  • Typing - Satisfying feedback
  • Office use - Quieter than clicky
  • Programmers - Clear actuation feedback

Popular Tactile Switches

Cherry MX Brown 45g actuation
Gateron Brown 55g actuation
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Clicky Switches

Blue - Audible click + tactile bump

Clicky switches provide both a tactile bump and a loud audible click at actuation.

Best For:

  • Typing enthusiasts - Classic feel
  • Learning - Clear feedback when actuated
  • Satisfying experience - Retro feel

Popular Clicky Switches

Cherry MX Blue 50g actuation
Kailh Box White 45g actuation