I plan to use this keyboard for extensive typing...for hours at a time. Is it ergonomically suited for such a purpose?
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Yes... and I'm a court reporter! Definitely play with the mouse settings, though, after you get it. You can actually disable the mouse while you are typing.
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It's really more like a laptop keyboard, structure-wise. However, that does not necessarily preclude it from having full-sized keys. I'd say that it's about as comfortable as typing on a laptop.
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It's not super loud and clicky. But it's not silent, either. I'd say average for a keyboard. Can you hear your current keyboard? I'd test that with someone to get a baseline.
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It's not bad. It is a little firm, but palm rests are like beds. Everyone likes them a little different when it comes to firmness. It's 1000x better than the hard plastic the keyboards come with. I'm using it on a logitech G510.
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I have been using this keyboard at work for nearly a year now; heavy use; I'm a programmer....works great.
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don't really use it much so no wear is apparent. But keys are smooth without any indention. Keyboards are so inexpensive I'm not overly concerned about longevity. Good luck.
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Not at all. It feels very natural like you would expect from your laptop. I use it work and frequently type on my lap for hours with it. Good luck.
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No! It is just a fast typing, good feeling keyboard. It will not slow your typing down.
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i would say so. Keys are very large and have a nice feel. Simple machine, but I am very happy with it.
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Yes, it is, however the keyboard is quite tall, so I can't imagine it being comfortable to use that way.
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I was wondering the same thing. This looks to be a very good keyboard. I may buy it. If I do, I'll be sure to post a review.
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I haven't found that to be a problem but my desk is pretty wide. Ergonomically I think it's fine. Overall I've been quite pleased with the keyboard.
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It is for me...I just prefer the feel of a regular keypad, particularly for extended use if you're writing a lot.
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Yes--I strike waaaay too many extra keys when typing on a laptop and am constantly correcting my typing. Standard keyboards are much more user friendly for me. EB
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Frances,I'm glad you reported this. I watched the demo video on Ergotron's website and noticed the platform on which the keyboard rests does not provide the same level of solid surface area a regular desktop does. I would consider myself someone who types with normal pressure but any movement of the keyboard would take some adjustment.
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Yes, the keyboard is very comfortable. If I didn't have the problem with the shift key, I would not replace it.
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Yes, I bought this keyboard to avoid the pain induced by a traditional mouse, and it does work in this sense. I think there's no way to understand what Microsoft's collective mind intended when they dreamed up this keyboard, except to compete with the Logitech K400. Unlike some respondents, I use this keyboard for work. The location of the touch-pad and its use instead of a conventional mouse were critical to my decision to buy it. Regarding pain-in-the-mouse avoidance, the "Microsoft All-in-One Media" keyboard performs similarly to the Logitech K400, which I also own, and lives up to my expectations. I have worked with computer keyboards for many years. While postural considerations, such as keeping the wrists elevated so the tendons move freely, are indispensable, this touch-pad on the keyboard (but not in front of it) is very helpful.