Mechanical Keyboard - Full 104 Key Guide

 

Quick Start Guide

What's in the Box

  • Full 104 Key Mechanical Keyboard
  • USB-C to USB-C Braided Cable
  • Switch Puller Tool
  • Keycap Puller Tool

First-Time Setup

Ready to Use: Plug in and type. No drivers required for basic functionality.
  1. Connect USB-C cable to keyboard and computer
  2. Set the physical MAC/WIN switch to your operating system
  3. Keyboard activates with default RGB effect when connection is successful

Mac/Win Toggle

Use the physical MAC/WIN switch on the keyboard to select your operating system. MAC optimizes the F-row for macOS shortcuts and media controls. WIN optimizes for Windows. This determines how the F-row and FN layer behave.

Connection

Wired USB

  1. Set the mode switch to the OFF position
  2. Connect USB-C cable to keyboard
  3. Connect USB-C end to computer
  4. Computer will recognize and configure the keyboard automatically
  5. Keyboard RGB backlight activates to confirm connection
Note: The mode switch must be set to OFF for wired USB operation. If the keyboard doesn't respond, check that the switch is in the OFF position and try a different USB port.

Color & Backlighting

Backlight Controls

Function Keys
Colour Switch FN + DEL
Cycle Backlight Modes FN + INS
Brightness Up FN + ↑
Brightness Down FN + ↓
Animation Speed Up FN + →
Animation Speed Down FN + ←
16 Backlight Modes: FN + INS cycles through all 16 default lighting patterns. Brightness has 6 levels; animation speed has 6 levels. Colour switching is available on select lighting modes only.

DIY Backlight Mode

Set a custom per-key colour layout:

  1. Press FN + BACKSPACE to enter DIY mode — ESC, A, S, D, W, and arrow keys light up by default
  2. Press FN + BACKSPACE again to start recording — indicators flash until recording is complete
  3. Press keys (except FN) to assign the colour you want to each key
  4. When finished, press FN + BACKSPACE to save

WIN Key Lock

Press FN + WIN to lock the WIN key and prevent accidental activation during use. Repeat to unlock.

Volume Knob & LCD Screen

Volume Knob Basic Operation

  • Turn clockwise: Increase volume
  • Turn counter-clockwise: Decrease volume
  • Press down: Enter LCD screen menu

LCD Screen

Press the volume knob to open the LCD menu. Rotate the knob to navigate between options, press to select. The menu closes automatically after 1 minute of inactivity.

LCD Menu Options

Menu Item Function
Home Display clock or animated GIF
Effect Change backlight pattern
Colour Change backlight colour
Brightness Adjust backlight brightness
Speed Adjust backlight animation speed
Language Switch display language (CN/EN)
Time Format Toggle 12H / 24H clock
Time Set Set date and time on screen
Return Go back to previous menu

Setting the Time

  1. Enter Time Set from the LCD menu
  2. The screen shows current date and time as XX:XX:XX
  3. Rotate the knob left or right to adjust each number
  4. Press the knob to confirm and move to the next position
  5. After the final position, press the knob to save and return to the main display

Keyboard Layout & Function Keys

Full 104-Key Layout

  • Standard QWERTY layout
  • Dedicated F-row (F1-F12)
  • Dedicated arrow keys and full navigation cluster
  • Numpad on right side
  • Volume knob with LCD screen top-right
  • Physical MAC/WIN switch for OS mode

FN Combination Keys

Key Combination Function
F1 Screen brightness down
F2 Screen brightness up
F3 Multiple task view
F4 Siri
F5 Show desktop
F6 Search
F7 Previous track
F8 Play/Pause
F9 Next track
F10 Mute
F11 Volume down
F12 Volume up
FN + F1 F1
FN + F2 F2
FN + F3 F3
FN + F4 F4
FN + F5 F5
FN + F6 F6
FN + F7 F7
FN + F8 F8
FN + F9 F9
FN + F10 F10
FN + F11 F11
FN + F12 F12
FN + INS Cycle backlight modes
FN + DEL Switch backlight colour
FN + ↑ Brightness up
FN + ↓ Brightness down
FN + → Animation speed up
FN + ← Animation speed down
FN + BACKSPACE DIY backlight mode
FN + WIN WIN key lock/unlock
FN + ESC (hold 3s) Factory reset
Key Combination Function
FN + F1 Screen brightness down (Win 8 or later)
FN + F2 Screen brightness up (Win 8 or later)
FN + F3 Multiple windows (ALT + Tab)
FN + F4 Speech recognition (Win 10 or later)
FN + F5 Show desktop (WIN + D)
FN + F6 Search
FN + F7 Previous track
FN + F8 Play/Pause
FN + F9 Next track
FN + F10 Mute
FN + F11 Volume down
FN + F12 Volume up
FN + INS Cycle backlight modes
FN + DEL Switch backlight colour
FN + ↑ Brightness up
FN + ↓ Brightness down
FN + → Animation speed up
FN + ← Animation speed down
FN + BACKSPACE DIY backlight mode
FN + WIN WIN key lock/unlock
FN + ESC (hold 3s) Factory reset

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frequently asked questions

Is this good for long nails?

Yes. The full size layout keeps all keys in their standard positions with no compact remapping to adjust to. Consistent key spacing and standard keycap height means predictable actuation angles across the board.

The keyboard isn't responding after plugging in — what do I check?

Make sure the mode switch is set to the OFF position for wired USB operation. If it's set to a wireless position, the keyboard won't communicate over the cable. Try a different USB port if the issue persists.

What's the factory reset procedure?

Hold FN + ESC for 3 seconds. All settings including custom backlight layouts will reset to defaults.

Is there a numpad?

Yes. Standard numpad is included on the right side — no workarounds needed for data entry or number-heavy workflows.

Will this work with Figma/Adobe/Sketch shortcuts?

Yes. All modifier keys present. Full F-row dedicated on Windows; accessible via FN on Mac. Custom shortcuts work identically to any standard full-size keyboard.

What does the volume knob control?

Volume by default — turn to adjust, press to open the LCD menu. From the LCD menu, you can also control backlight modes, brightness, and speed directly through the knob.

What does the LCD screen display?

The LCD shows a clock or animated GIF by default. Press the volume knob to open the menu, where you can control backlight effects, set the time, switch display language, and toggle 12H/24H format. The menu auto-closes after 1 minute of inactivity.

Can I set custom per-key colours?

Yes. Press FN + BACKSPACE to enter DIY mode, press again to start recording, then press each key to assign your chosen colour. Press FN + BACKSPACE a final time to save. The layout is stored on the keyboard — no software required.

What are the 16 backlight modes?

Press FN + INS to cycle through all 16 built-in lighting patterns. Each mode supports independent brightness (6 levels) and animation speed (6 levels) adjustment. Colour switching via FN + DEL is available on select modes.

Do I need FN to access F-keys on Mac?

In MAC mode, the F-row defaults to macOS system controls (brightness, media, Siri, etc.). To use F1-F12 as standard function keys on Mac, hold FN while pressing the F-key. In WIN mode, F-keys work as standard function keys by default, and FN combinations activate the media/system functions.

Will this work with both Mac and Windows?

Yes. Use the physical MAC/WIN switch on the keyboard to select your operating system. In MAC mode, the F-row directly controls brightness, media, and system functions. In WIN mode, those functions are accessed via FN + F-row combinations.