Vim Keycaps

[potatowire]

Hello,

I've been working on some Vim keycaps, as seen here, and I am selling the extras to help fund the experiment. I have the SP caps lock replacements (1.75u) you may have seen on SP's store in the past, but I also had some custom HJKL keys made in the style of the ADM-3A terminal, which is the basis of the Vim HJKL navigation.

Everything is available in SA and DSA, and can be purchased at vimcaps.com.

The HJKL keys are $10, the Caps Lock replacement is $6, and both together is $15.

Thanks for looking.

[RyanArr]

Very cool, probably in for a set once I decide what I'll put them on. Don't suppose there is any chance of a DCS run?

[potatowire]

Very cool, probably in for a set once I decide what I'll put them on. Don't suppose there is any chance of a DCS run?

I would like to have these in every profile, but I'm not sure I will make my money back on this first trial run. If I can make it work, I will add DCS, OEM, and Cherry profile.

[ideus]

I really like these caps, that I tried the hjkl for arrows, for a week, with no luck unfortunately, I have to kept the IJKL.

[linuxhermit]

They look great ordered a few sets.

[potatowire]

I really like these caps, that I tried the hjkl for arrows, for a week, with no luck unfortunately, I have to kept the IJKL.

I am the complete opposite, because I can't use the arrows any other way now than Vim has trained my brain!

[potatowire]

They look great ordered a few sets.

Thank you!

[ideus]

I really like these caps, that I tried the hjkl for arrows, for a week, with no luck unfortunately, I have to kept the IJKL.

I am the complete opposite, because I can't use the arrows any other way now than Vim has trained my brain!

I really envy you, I'd like to be more into Vim, but I just cannot do it. I have tried several times to use Vim, and its approach for my PC tasks in general, but I just cannot achieve enough productivity. My bad! I am a Vim agnostic

[potatowire]

Vim always just clicked (no pun intended) with me (Vim's "modes" and "sentences" rather than multiple key "chords"), and I liked how it can be anywhere there's a terminal window (phone, tablet, fancy desktop battlestation, etc.), but I promise I won't try to convert you. (unless this counts!)

[ideus]

Vim always just clicked (no pun intended) with me (Vim's "modes" and "sentences" rather than multiple key "chords"), and I liked how it can be anywhere there's a terminal window (phone, tablet, fancy desktop battlestation, etc.), but I promise I won't try to convert you. (unless this counts!)

I would like to repent from my sin (not being a proficient Vim user) and be converted, though.  )

[potatowire]

Vim always just clicked (no pun intended) with me (Vim's "modes" and "sentences" rather than multiple key "chords"), and I liked how it can be anywhere there's a terminal window (phone, tablet, fancy desktop battlestation, etc.), but I promise I won't try to convert you. (unless this counts!)

I would like to repent from my sin (not being a proficient Vim user) and be converted, though.  )

Then I will pray for your Vim soul (and can suggest some resources if you really do want to try again)!

[skaloola]

Might have mentioned this stuff in the other thread, maybe not, but anyhow thanks for making these available.

The hjkl keys are a cool idea, but just wondering how long you've been using vim?  I can't think of the last time I've actually used arrow key navigation.. there's much more efficient ways to navigate.

Now I understand that it's just for the novelty / aesthetics of it, I mean I doubt the majority of the people on this board (let alone vim users) even need legends on their keyboards.  What would be really cool is something for my leader key..

A few weeks back Melissa posted the 1u r3 SA vim cap, wondering if you had plans to get the same in DSA?  or in other rows?

[ideus]

Might have mentioned this stuff in the other thread, maybe not, but anyhow thanks for making these available.

The hjkl keys are a cool idea, but just wondering how long you've been using vim?  I can't think of the last time I've actually used arrow key navigation.. there's much more efficient ways to navigate.

Now I understand that it's just for the novelty / aesthetics of it, I mean I doubt the majority of the people on this board (let alone vim users) even need legends on their keyboards.  What would be really cool is something for my leader key..

A few weeks back Melissa posted the 1u r3 SA vim cap, wondering if you had plans to get the same in DSA?  or in other rows?

DSA key caps are available, check the pictures at the OP.

[skaloola]

Might have mentioned this stuff in the other thread, maybe not, but anyhow thanks for making these available.

The hjkl keys are a cool idea, but just wondering how long you've been using vim?  I can't think of the last time I've actually used arrow key navigation.. there's much more efficient ways to navigate.

Now I understand that it's just for the novelty / aesthetics of it, I mean I doubt the majority of the people on this board (let alone vim users) even need legends on their keyboards.  What would be really cool is something for my leader key..

A few weeks back Melissa posted the 1u r3 SA vim cap, wondering if you had plans to get the same in DSA?  or in other rows?

DSA key caps are available, check the pictures at the OP.

Hmm, don't see any 1u vim caps other than the hjkl ones..

[skaloola]

Vim always just clicked (no pun intended) with me (Vim's "modes" and "sentences" rather than multiple key "chords"), and I liked how it can be anywhere there's a terminal window (phone, tablet, fancy desktop battlestation, etc.), but I promise I won't try to convert you. (unless this counts!)

I would like to repent from my sin (not being a proficient Vim user) and be converted, though.  )

Have you tried vimtutor?  It's a great way to learn vim.

[ideus]

Vim always just clicked (no pun intended) with me (Vim's "modes" and "sentences" rather than multiple key "chords"), and I liked how it can be anywhere there's a terminal window (phone, tablet, fancy desktop battlestation, etc.), but I promise I won't try to convert you. (unless this counts!)

I would like to repent from my sin (not being a proficient Vim user) and be converted, though.  )

Have you tried vimtutor?  It's a great way to learn vim.

Thank you for the tip and yeah there is no 1u vim key DSA on sale here, there was a GB for them some months ago, you may try the classifieds to see if someone wants to part with one.

[potatowire]

Might have mentioned this stuff in the other thread, maybe not, but anyhow thanks for making these available.

The hjkl keys are a cool idea, but just wondering how long you've been using vim?  I can't think of the last time I've actually used arrow key navigation.. there's much more efficient ways to navigate.

Now I understand that it's just for the novelty / aesthetics of it, I mean I doubt the majority of the people on this board (let alone vim users) even need legends on their keyboards.  What would be really cool is something for my leader key..

A few weeks back Melissa posted the 1u r3 SA vim cap, wondering if you had plans to get the same in DSA?  or in other rows?

Hello skaloola,

I've been using Vim for nine, almost ten years, so you guessed correctly that this is purely for style/aesthetics. That's also why I added the caps replacement, because I most associate that key mentally with Vim. The idea of a 1u to replace your leader key is a good idea too (if I understand you correctly). I used to use , as my leader, and I think that would look cool if I still did (I now use Space, and I don't think I would like that as much).

If I make selling these work, I will get creative stocking up for a round two. I think adding DSA 1u Vim keys would be a no-brainer. SA would require some deliberation, however, since a Row 1 1u (SP is selling Row 3, but it seems to me most sets are fully-sculpted now) would be be a good Escape replacement, but choosing rows for leader replacements would be tougher to stock because of personal preference (Row 1, 3, and 4, probably, but in what quantity?).

Thank you for looking and for getting my wheels turning.

[skaloola]

Might have mentioned this stuff in the other thread, maybe not, but anyhow thanks for making these available.

The hjkl keys are a cool idea, but just wondering how long you've been using vim?  I can't think of the last time I've actually used arrow key navigation.. there's much more efficient ways to navigate.

Now I understand that it's just for the novelty / aesthetics of it, I mean I doubt the majority of the people on this board (let alone vim users) even need legends on their keyboards.  What would be really cool is something for my leader key..

A few weeks back Melissa posted the 1u r3 SA vim cap, wondering if you had plans to get the same in DSA?  or in other rows?

Hello skaloola,

I've been using Vim for nine, almost ten years, so you guessed correctly that this is purely for style/aesthetics. That's also why I added the caps replacement, because I most associate that key mentally with Vim. The idea of a 1u to replace your leader key is a good idea too (if I understand you correctly). I used to use , as my leader, and I think that would look cool if I still did (I now use Space, and I don't think I would like that as much).

If I make selling these work, I will get creative stocking up for a round two. I think adding DSA 1u Vim keys would be a no-brainer. SA would require some deliberation, however, since a Row 1 1u (SP is selling Row 3, but it seems to me most sets are fully-sculpted now) would be be a good Escape replacement, but choosing rows for leader replacements would be tougher to stock because of personal preference (Row 1, 3, and 4, probably, but in what quantity?).

Thank you for looking and for getting my wheels turning.

I think having a 1u vim key in rows 1, 3, and 4 would be great.  I'm not sure what a leader key replacement icon might be, but actually I was thinking of using one of those hash bang keys from round 5..

It might also be nice to have a variation of the legend, like the version of the logo that's just the V (rather than Vim).  On my phone but this is the first one that came up:

[A-train]

Neat, I'm in. I've been using Vim for a few years but with only enough knowledge of it to get by; perhaps this will motivate me to keep learning it! Thanks for making this available.

[potatowire]

Neat, I'm in. I've been using Vim for a few years but with only enough knowledge of it to get by; perhaps this will motivate me to keep learning it! Thanks for making this available.

I like the idea of Vim Keys providing motivation! Vim definitely rewards hard work...

[potatowire]

I would love it if one of my international buyers would confirm receipt of their package, so I know I did everything right (tariff codes, declarations, etc.) . A post, PM, email, or whatever would be appreciated and would stop me from worrying. Thank you!

[1391401]

every day vim user, would buy these if they were available in the standard profile - regardless like the idea

[potatowire]

every day vim user, would buy these if they were available in the standard profile - regardless like the idea

I assume you mean OEM profile when you stay standard? I'd definitely like to add them to the store at some point.

[potatowire]

Hello all,

I still have a bunch of these in stock, but I'm not sure I'll re-stock.

I was also able to drop international shipping (I'm in the US) by a few dollars, in case that helps...

[LeandreN]

I don't even use VIM but these caps look great and is a cool project. Also potatowire is super friendly!

[potatowire]

Thank you LeandreN!

[Liocer]

Got mine today, think they look really good on my planck, will furnish you with a picture when I get my phone.

[potatowire]

Got mine today, think they look really good on my planck, will furnish you with a picture when I get my phone.

I'm glad you like them, and I can't wait to see the pics!

[TalkingTree]

Any chance they'll be ever produced in Cherry or DCS profile? I'd like to own a set.

[Liocer]

Piccy on the Planck.

https://imgur.com/MBv1jYp

[potatowire]

Piccy on the Planck.

https://imgur.com/MBv1jYp

That looks awesome! I think the green goes great with Dolch.

[potatowire]

Any chance they'll be ever produced in Cherry or DCS profile? I'd like to own a set.

I'm going to work on that next. I'll let you know when there's any news.

[TalkingTree]

Any chance they'll be ever produced in Cherry or DCS profile? I'd like to own a set.

I'm going to work on that next. I'll let you know when there's any news.

Much obliged. Those caps look cool.

[rowdy]

Piccy on the Planck.

https://imgur.com/MBv1jYp

That looks awesome! I think the green goes great with Dolch.

Mind you, nearly anything goes well with Dolch )

[potatowire]

Piccy on the Planck.

https://imgur.com/MBv1jYp

That looks awesome! I think the green goes great with Dolch.

Mind you, nearly anything goes well with Dolch )

You are very correct. Dolch is awesome.

[srang]

just ordered a set. looking forward to adding them to my pok3r with the granite set. Would love a dcs/oem profile as well

[potatowire]

Thank you for your order! I am sorry for the long wait you've had, and I included a discount code for any future order you might want to place.

I have often considered adding DCS or OEM profile to the store, but I am not really making the economics work out as it is (I often don't make enough to cover the Shopify monthly fees). I'll send you an email if this ever changes.

[srang]

Thank you for your order! I am sorry for the long wait you've had, and I included a discount code for any future order you might want to place.

I have often considered adding DCS or OEM profile to the store, but I am not really making the economics work out as it is (I often don't make enough to cover the Shopify monthly fees). I'll send you an email if this ever changes.

No worries I am still waiting for granite to ship from MD but I have them stuck to my fridge so I can see them everyday. They look amazing!! I'll keep my fingers crossed on dcs/oem. I was also curious if you had any of the 1u dsa (or sa) vim logo caps? I've seen pictures of them floating around but didn't see them for sale.

[Laser]

Instead of (to quote from the project's page) "memorialize this project", would it be possible to revive it?

[Laser]

Hi, people seem to be wanting to buy these keys (check out mechmarket at reddit) - are you interested in re-supplying your store, or making a groupbuy, or anything? Perhaps aiming for all 3 profiles (SA, DSA, Cherry/DCS), and/or adding another 1-2 "programmers" keys (e.g. an Emacs logo key, a >_ terminal key, stuff like that).

If not, would it be ok if I'd ask for the same keycaps at Signature Plastics, in order either to organize something, or to see if they intend to make those keys available directly at their store?

Thanks

[potatowire]

Hi, people seem to be wanting to buy these keys (check out mechmarket at reddit) - are you interested in re-supplying your store, or making a groupbuy, or anything? Perhaps aiming for all 3 profiles (SA, DSA, Cherry/DCS), and/or adding another 1-2 "programmers" keys (e.g. an Emacs logo key, a >_ terminal key, stuff like that).

If not, would it be ok if I'd ask for the same keycaps at Signature Plastics, in order either to organize something, or to see if they intend to make those keys available directly at their store?

Thanks

Hello,

I think I can do another buy. Let me gather for info and I'll report back. I never was able to find a way to make them in Cherry profile, but I can do DCS.

[potatowire]

I never was able to find a way to make them in Cherry profile, but I can do DCS.

Reddit user techieee is running a GMK group buy. Start date January 23rd:
http://www.mechkeys.io/product/gmk-vimcaps

[Laser]

Hello,

I think I can do another buy. Let me gather for info and I'll report back. I never was able to find a way to make them in Cherry profile, but I can do DCS.

That would be great! Thanks!

DCS should be close enough to Cherry on row 3, as far as I know But, it's true that Cherry profile is a task for GMK, as in your last link.

Personally, I'm interested in the SA profile, with some tentative looks at the DSA profile (because I didn't buy a DSA set, thinking I won't like it, but - one has to try first ) I think SA got some momentum, and there are a number of queued SA-profile keysets in the making at Signature Plastics.

[DanielT]

I never was able to find a way to make them in Cherry profile, but I can do DCS.

Reddit user techieee is running a GMK group buy. Start date January 23rd:
http://www.mechkeys.io/product/gmk-vimcaps

Cherry Vim cap is awesome  With this my Vim caps collection would be complete :d

[clappingcactus]

Hello,

I think I can do another buy. Let me gather for info and I'll report back. I never was able to find a way to make them in Cherry profile, but I can do DCS.

Haha, ironically, I just e-mailed you about this. Hope to hear some good news soon (even if the queue is super long).

[Laser]

Well, any news?   

[potatowire]

Well, any news?   

Sorry for the delay. I am going to do a limited SA buy (maybe DCS if there is enough interest), but I am still finalizing the details. Planning on all one set (likely the HJKL, caps-replacement, and R1-1u keys), a tiered pricing structure, with early purchasers getting a lower price, and 200 orders max. I will send out final details on my mailing list (sign ups at vimcaps.com).

[clappingcactus]

Excellent, that's not just any news, that's the best news! I am totally in for three sets! 

[entr0py33]

.

[Laser]

Well, any news?   

Sorry for the delay. I am going to do a limited SA buy (maybe DCS if there is enough interest), but I am still finalizing the details. Planning on all one set (likely the HJKL, caps-replacement, and R1-1u keys), a tiered pricing structure, with early purchasers getting a lower price, and 200 orders max. I will send out final details on my mailing list (sign ups at vimcaps.com).

Excellent news indeed! Thanks for reviving this

[t8c]

Well, any news?   

Sorry for the delay. I am going to do a limited SA buy (maybe DCS if there is enough interest), but I am still finalizing the details. Planning on all one set (likely the HJKL, caps-replacement, and R1-1u keys), a tiered pricing structure, with early purchasers getting a lower price, and 200 orders max. I will send out final details on my mailing list (sign ups at vimcaps.com).

Amazing! Any color options? 

[sgtpopwell]

Good news indeed! I just signed up for the mailing list. I missed out on the first run of SA so I'm excited to get another chance at it.

[fatpolomanjr]

Aw man, and here I was just thinking about how awesome a set of SA Vimcaps would be for SA Oblivion when it finally drops and ships. Already got in on the gmk vimcaps group buy (pairing up with GMK Originative on an Ultimate Hacking Keyboard). Can't wait!

[dysproseum]

Awesome I will definitely be interested, so glad this is back!

[gnmar2723]

Just got the e-mail.

Let me be the first to say, I've been waiting a long time for these to come back. Now that I know they will be making a comeback, I am absolutely ecstatic.

All aboard the hype train!

[clappingcactus]

Same, I'm very happy to have gotten the e-mail today. Ordered. 

[fatpolomanjr]

Same! This is fantastic! I missed the SA Vimcaps that showed up on mechmarket the other day. And some dude was trying to sell a vimcaps lock for like $70. The timing for this couldn't be better, and November is a heck of a lot sooner than I would have expected given SP's queue.

[avro]

Didn't get an email.. 

-- EDIT --

Plot twist: I did get an email.

[potatowire]

Didn't get an email.. 

-- EDIT --

Plot twist: I did get an email.

Phew!

[avro]

Well, any news?   

Sorry for the delay. I am going to do a limited SA buy (maybe DCS if there is enough interest), but I am still finalizing the details. Planning on all one set (likely the HJKL, caps-replacement, and R1-1u keys), a tiered pricing structure, with early purchasers getting a lower price, and 200 orders max. I will send out final details on my mailing list (sign ups at vimcaps.com).

What about DSA?

[potatowire]

Well, any news?   

Sorry for the delay. I am going to do a limited SA buy (maybe DCS if there is enough interest), but I am still finalizing the details. Planning on all one set (likely the HJKL, caps-replacement, and R1-1u keys), a tiered pricing structure, with early purchasers getting a lower price, and 200 orders max. I will send out final details on my mailing list (sign ups at vimcaps.com).

What about DSA?

If this round is successful, then I will run one for DSA. I am optimistic at this point.

[Laser]

Once again, thanks for setting this up again!

[potatowire]

Once again, thanks for setting this up again!

I'm happy folks are buying! I missed Vimcaps, myself.

[Laser]

I just received a second email that says I didn't opened the previous newsletter, although I already replied to that one, got invoiced and had it paid too. Hope that doesn't mean I have to pay again or get ignored

[potatowire]

I just received a second email that says I didn't opened the previous newsletter, although I already replied to that one, got invoiced and had it paid too. Hope that doesn't mean I have to pay again or get ignored

No, you're all set. The list was auto-generated, and I guess wrong too. Sorry for the confusion!

[Laser]

Thanks for the quick answer (and no problem)

[potatowire]

Hello all,

My limited Vimcaps round is now fully live. The short version is:

• SA only
• Shipping in November
• 200 orders max (about 130 remain)
• $16 (shipping included, with $2.50 added to ship outside the US)

For more details and to buy, please visit vimcaps.com.

Thank you for your support.

-potatowire

PS I'm calling the round a "Spring" sale, because I planned it in the Spring. My mailing list had access to it at the very end of Spring, at least.

[blighty]

Any plans for a stepped caps-lock replacement vim key?

[potatowire]

Any plans for a stepped caps-lock replacement vim key?

It's on the roadmap...

[xantiema]

What is the importance of these caps?

[ideus]

What is the importance of these caps?

Do you know what VIM Editor is? If not, never mind, these key caps are specialized ones, for the use of those VIM users and VIM like navigation on some other editors that support it.

[xantiema]

What is the importance of these caps?

Do you know what VIM Editor is? If not, never mind, these key caps are specialized ones, for the use of those VIM users and VIM like navigation on some other editors that support it.

I don't know about VIM. I suppose I should move along
Thanks for the info

[ideus]

What is the importance of these caps?

Do you know what VIM Editor is? If not, never mind, these key caps are specialized ones, for the use of those VIM users and VIM like navigation on some other editors that support it.

I don't know about VIM. I suppose I should move along
Thanks for the info

If you need a programming multi-platform text editor and you are able to endure its learning curve, VIM is a great choice.

[Laser]

I don't know about VIM. I suppose I should move along
Thanks for the info

No, no, you should rather watch these (in order, though):

http://vimcasts.org/episodes/

[potatowire]

I don't know about VIM. I suppose I should move along
Thanks for the info

No, no, you should rather watch these (in order, though):

http://vimcasts.org/episodes/

DING! DING! DING!

I love vimcasts.

[Laser]

Heh, I also have his book ("Practical Vim"), great one

I confess, lately I've been using Emacs (with the "evil-mode" Vim emulation package) - so, for me, an Emacs logo keycap wouldn't be a bad idea ...

[Hazzula]

YES these keys are exactly what I need! Could not click buy now fast enough!

[potatowire]

Hello again,

I am launching an experiment in new Vimcaps colors, starting with SA Carbon. The set will look like this:



Orders (2 sets maximum per individual) are $17, with $2.50 added to orders shipped outside the US. They will ship in March 2018, when SA Carbon is expected.

Orders can be placed on my site.

Thank you!

[dsaf]

Any chance of Carbon WASD?

[potatowire]

Any chance of Carbon WASD?

Not at this time. I try to keep it pretty simple, which currently means just Vim-related keycaps.

[Hazzula]

Awesome! I'd buy these if I was getting the carbon alphas. My wallet is relieved that I am not ) Pretty happy with the green vimcaps for now and I can't wait till November(ish) to get them! Thanks potatowire!

[potatowire]

I'm happy for your wallet, and sad for mine!

[ideus]

Why not some L9, CC and CR based VIM key-caps?, jut to go with classic OG Cherry and the contemporary GMK replicas made, even with the popular ePBT? You may consider alternate legend colors as well, that make these not just place holders but also nice "artisan" key caps.

[Hazzula]

Hey potatowire have you seen the Oblivion SA set? It's programming themed already and I think your vimcaps would fit right in there some people are asking about it too. Well, there were a lot of pages and I only saw 2 guys asking for it. I'd buy them too of course

[breusch91]

Hey potatowire have you seen the Oblivion SA set? It's programming themed already and I think your vimcaps would fit right in there some people are asking about it too. Well, there were a lot of pages and I only saw 2 guys asking for it. I'd buy them too of course

he just ran a group buy for the SA vim caps again like 2-3 weeks back

[potatowire]

Hey potatowire have you seen the Oblivion SA set? It's programming themed already and I think your vimcaps would fit right in there some people are asking about it too. Well, there were a lot of pages and I only saw 2 guys asking for it. I'd buy them too of course

I responded in that thread, but it's a good idea, and I'll see what I can do!

[potatowire]

Hey potatowire have you seen the Oblivion SA set? It's programming themed already and I think your vimcaps would fit right in there some people are asking about it too. Well, there were a lot of pages and I only saw 2 guys asking for it. I'd buy them too of course

he just ran a group buy for the SA vim caps again like 2-3 weeks back

He's referring to my experiment in Vimcaps in other colorways, starting with Carbon.

[potatowire]

Why not some L9, CC and CR based VIM key-caps?, jut to go with classic OG Cherry and the contemporary GMK replicas made, even with the popular ePBT? You may consider alternate legend colors as well, that make these not just place holders but also nice "artisan" key caps.

I'm sorry, but you lost me a little bit in some of the lingo. Regarding Cherry/GMK/ePBT and similar Cherry replicas, I just don't have the contacts. I like the idea of alternate legend colors, but the market is small, so I would be playing a bit of an inventory management game. That gets capital-intensive pretty quickly.

Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback.

[gnmar2723]

Is there any update on how production is going?

[potatowire]

Is there any update on how production is going?

Hello!

No updates right now. I am expecting to get a final timeline from Signature Plastics in the first part of November.

-potatowire

[ihalatch]

I've just got them. Thank you very much.

[potatowire]

I've just got them. Thank you very much.

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Looks awesome! By the way, I love that mat! I assume it’s a mat, at least.

[ihalatch]

I've just got them. Thank you very much.

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Looks awesome! By the way, I love that mat! I assume it’s a mat, at least.

Yes, it was a GB on keyclack.

[potatowire]

I've just got them. Thank you very much.

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Looks awesome! By the way, I love that mat! I assume it’s a mat, at least.

Yes, it was a GB on keyclack.

I’ll have to keep my eyes out for one, then.