The sensation and sound of each keystroke is determined by your key switches, which are the most important parts of mechanical keyboards. These small switches, which are located just beneath each keycap, register inputs to a computer when pressed. They come in all shapes and sizes, and each one offers a unique typing feel, actuation force, and sound that can accommodate anyone's tastes. There are three primary categories of mechanical key switches: click, tactile, and linear.

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