Switches & keycap compatibility
MX vs Topre vs Alps vs Choc: learn what keycaps fit your switch stem, then open Studio with presets.
Quick start in Studio
Pick a few parameters, copy a prompt, then open Studio with presets.
Ultra realistic product render, minimal keycaps, Cherry profile, PBT material, 65% layout, clean latin legends, studio lighting, sharp focus, high detail, no watermark
Start with stem compatibility
Switch stem standards decide which keycaps fit. Pick the stem before styling.
Identify the stem
MX/Choc/Topre/Alps all require different caps.
Match profile + material
Keep sculpt and legends simple for clarity.
Confirm clearance
Low-profile boards need shorter caps.
Publish compatibility
State stem support on the share page.
Switch compatibility overview
Use the table to pick the right stem standard before designing.
| Switch / stem | Compatibility | Typical | Prompt tip | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MX stem (Cherry MX & clones) | Fits most modern keycap sets | Cross-shaped stem used by most mechanical keyboards. | Mention “MX stem” + keep legends clean and high-contrast. | |
| Kailh Choc (low-profile) | Requires Choc-compatible keycaps | Low-profile switches with a different stem standard. | Prompt “low-profile keycaps” and avoid tall sculpted profiles. | |
| Topre | Requires Topre-mount keycaps (not MX by default) | Electrocapacitive boards (e.g. HHKB, Realforce) use Topre mount. | Prompt “Topre mount keycaps” and keep the set minimal for clarity. | |
| Alps | Requires Alps-mount keycaps | Vintage/legacy stem standard (Alps/Matias ecosystem). | Prompt “Alps stem keycaps” and use simple legends to reduce artifacts. |
Switch workflow
Pick a stem, generate compatible caps, then publish.
Select stem type
MX is most common; Choc/Topre/Alps need specific caps.
Match profile & height
Low-profile stems need shallow caps.
Generate variations
Keep lighting stable for fair comparisons.
Publish & export
Publish for sharing, export for review.
Switch checklist
Confirm compatibility before sharing.
Switch pages
Open a page to get prompts and a Studio preset.
Switch quick stats
Compatibility at a glance.
4 stem types MX / Choc / Topre / Alps
MX / Choc / Topre / Alps
1 compat table use the switch overview table
use the switch overview table
4 steps choose → generate → publish
choose → generate → publish
Generate a keycaps concept set
Open Studio, generate variations, then publish to get a share page.
Generate → Publish → Share → Waitlist