2. • Most of us are used to the standard keyboards
that are attached to our computers without
looking for other types of computer keyboards.
Without questioning what functionalities we
require from our keyboards, we type away
oblivious to the fact that there could be a better
one out there for us.
3. • From flexible keyboards, easily rolled
away in our backpacks to elaborately
detailed gaming keyboards, there is a
multitude of options available out there;
all we have to do is look.
4. • Whether you are an avid gamer or
a professional designer, there is a
keyboard out there for you. Have a
look at this list of different
keyboards to see what works best
for you:
5. 1. Flexible Keyboard
• These keyboards work just the
same as standard keyboards but
are meant for people on the move.
They are typically made of silicon,
which is water and dust-resistant
and don’t require constant cleaning.
• These keyboards are ideal for
those who spend a lot of time
travelling and outdoors; it can be
rolled up and stuffed into a bag,
and it is resilient in outdoorsy
situations.
6. 2. Ergonomic Keyboard
The ergonomic keyboard is designed to reduce the
strain of constant typing on the wrist and other
problems that stem from that.
These keyboards prevent musculoskeletal
problems such as Repetitive Strain Syndrome
(RSI), something that can be caused by long hours
of using keyboards.
Ergonomic keyboards are designed to angle the
hands the way they would naturally fall and
typically feature padding for the wrists to rest on.
here are a few different ergonomic designs to
accommodate the needs of different typists. From
split keyboards, to contoured to hand-held
keyboards; there is an ergonomic design for
everyone.
7. 3. Gaming Keyboard
Gaming keyboards are created for
use for long periods of time, often
adopting ergonomic designs for
comfort and also lighted keys for
playing in the night.
These keyboards are also built with
programmable keys that can be
adapted to the kind of gamer you are.
They have an extra thick coat of paint
on the keys, more often used for
gaming, such a W, A, S, D and the
space bar.
8. 4. Wireless Keyboard
• The wireless keyboard is exactly
what it’s called; a keyboard without
a wire. It is connected to your
computer with infrared, 2.4 GHz
WiFi or more often through
Bluetooth.
• These keyboards can be used if
you connect your computer to
either a screen or television so you
can control it from the comfort of
your bed or sofa. They are
relatively inexpensive and very
easily available.
9. 5. Multimedia/Internet Keyboard
Both multimedia and internet
keyboards are just regular
keyboards with a few extra options.
For multimedia designers, the
keyboards feature volume control
and media application launch
buttons.
As for zealous internet users, they
have the multimedia keys, as well
as e-mail and browser launch keys
to make launching apps easier and
quicker.
10. 6. Membrane Keyboard
Unlike the majority of
keyboards, membrane
keyboards don’t have space
between the individual keys.
These keys are pressure
sensitive and are divided by
an outline for each symbol,
letter or number. The keys
lay flat on a flexible surface.
11. 7. Mechanical Keyboard
• These robust keyboard are relatively
cheap, long-lasting and are seen as
somewhat primitive in the keyboard space.
This old school keyboard gives you that
feel of real typing because the keys lay on
physical mechanical buttons. These
keyboards are also a lot louder than the
alternatives.
• However, mechanical keyboards have
fanatical supporters especially among the
gaming community. Because the keys are
mechanical, they provide precise control,
are more durable and also are more
responsive when playing games.
12. 8. Virtual Keyboard
A virtual keyboard is
essentially just software that
allows you to type without
the need for actual physical
keys. The way you to use
this keyboard is with the use
of a touch screen featured in
newer laptop releases and
tablet computers.
13. 9. Laptop Keyboard
• Laptop keyboards have what we
call “chiclet style” keys, which are
sleeker than traditional keys to fit in
thinner design laptops.
• These modern-looking keyboards
also often feature a lot more than a
regular keyboard from volume
control, and on and off switches as
well as brightness control right
there on the keyboard. There is
sometimes also a tiny tracker
featured among the keys that can
be used for the cursor.
14. 10. Projection Keyboard
Probably the coolest keyboard of the
lot is the projection keyboard. This is a
device that can be connected through
Bluetooth to your mini PC, tablet
computer or even smartphone.
It shows the laser projection of a
keyboard on any plain surface that
you choose. You type on the
holograph of the keys and the device
records your key strokes and
responds accordingly. Welcome to the
future!
15. 11. Portable Mini Keyboard
For people on the go, a portable mini
keyboard will be an ideal companion.
These keyboards usually have a wireless
connection interface (bluetooth or WiFi)
but can also be connected with a USB
cable.
They have full QWERTY keys and can be
used with computers, Android boxes,
streaming TV sticks, tablets, Raspberry
devices and other computing or electronic
devices.
Another advantage of this type of
keyboard is that it includes also a mouse
pad embedded on the keyboard itself.
16. 12. Backlit Keyboard
In this type of keyboard there is a background
light which illuminates every key thus helping
the user to type even in the dark.
They are an excellent choice for gamers who
like to play their action or adventure games in
the dark.
These types of devices make use of LED (Light
Emitting Diode) for illuminating the keys and are
much easier to use than normal keyboards.
Each individual key may not need a backlight on
its own so small LED lights may be placed in the
background of the device to provide lighting for
the whole keyboard layout.
