So, I was messing around with my keyboard again. You know, the usual weekend tinkering. This time, I decided to dive into the world of switches. Specifically, I wanted to try out these “Milk” switches I’d been hearing so much about. I’d read some stuff online, but honestly, I just wanted to see what the fuss was all about myself.
Getting Started
First things first, I needed to get my hands on the goods. I grabbed my trusty switch opener – seriously, this thing is a lifesaver – and, of course, the Milk switches themselves. I went with the linear ones, because, you know, gotta have that smooth keypress.
The Operation
I popped open my keyboard. It’s always a little nerve-wracking, like performing surgery on a beloved pet, but I’ve done it enough times now that I’m pretty comfortable. Then I started pulling out the old switches. A few of them were being stubborn, but with a little wiggling and the help of my trusty tool, I got them all out.
Now came the fun part. I carefully put each of the new Milk switches in the keyboard. I made it a point to ensure that each switch was securely fastened.
Testing, Testing…
Once all the switches were in, I plugged the keyboard back in and held my breath. It worked! The first thing I noticed was the sound. Oh man, the sound. It’s deeper, and quieter than my old switches. It is indeed a satisfying “thocc.”
Then, I started typing. And wow. Just… wow. The feeling is completely different. These Milk switches are smooth. Really smooth. Like, gliding-on-ice smooth. I typed up a few paragraphs, played a quick game, and just generally messed around. The difference was not at all subtle.
The Verdict
Okay, so after spending a few hours with these Milk switches, I totally get the hype. They’re a definite upgrade. Are they life-changing? Maybe not. But they definitely make typing more enjoyable. It’s like, a little luxury. A small thing that makes a surprisingly big difference.
If you’re thinking about trying out new switches, I’d say give these a shot. They might just surprise you. At least, they surprised me. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going to go back to enjoying the sweet, sweet sound and feel of my newly upgraded keyboard.
