5. Hot Swapping Keyswitches (Version 2022-01-10)

5.1 Hot Swapping Demo

5.2 Necessary tools and components

• Keyswitches: 5-legged MX Cherry and Gateron keyswitches work best

• Keyswitch puller

• Keycap puller

Not compatible with Kailh switches and low profile switches.

5.3 Summary

1. Remove all the keycaps with the keycap puller that came with your keyboard.

2. Remove a single keyswitch at a time. Pull out the keyswitch with a keyswitch puller, it should not take a lot of force. If the keyswitch is not coming out, try orienting it from a different angle.

3. Insert the new keyswitch.