Membrane Keyboard vs Mechanical Keyboard

[Abiel 475]

Membrane Keyboard vs Mechanical Keyboard: Which One You Should Use for day trading?

[Robert H 455]

Personally I prefer a mechanical keyboard for all my computing--including trading. There's nothing like the feedback and clack of pressing a key. They have made a comeback recently and are popular among gamers. For some, customizing and collecting mechanical keyboards has become an addiction (really).

 

For good info on different brands, layouts, and switches check out r/mechanicalkeyboards on Reddit.

[Abiel 475]

Thx Robert, I guess that extra / macro keys can be used with DAS, like this one G.SKILL RIPJAWS KM780 MX Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Cherry MX Blue with Gaming Keycaps

[Robert H 455]

Definitely. Since they are geared towards gaming, mechanical keyboards can offer more customization options such as macros, extra keys, lighting, etc. If you don't care much for the "bling factor" of mechanicals, Ryan W posted a great Macro solution here.

 

If you will be using the keyboard for a lot of typing (word processing, e-mails, etc.), I suggest you test out the different switches before buying. Cherry makes green, red, black, brown, and blue switches just to name a few. Each color has a different feel and noise based on the key travel and actuation characteristics.

 

If you are unable to test at a retail store, this little Cherry MX Switch Tester sells for $16 and can help you decide before buying.

[Brendon 146]

+1 for mechanical keyboard, you get an actual 'click' feeling so you know the input has gone through, depending on the type of switch your mechanical keys are of course...they're are many.