Yuzu Keycap Guides
Keycaps are the part of your keyboard you touch thousands of times a day, and most of the decisions that shape how they look, feel, and sound happen before you ever place an order. These guides cover the things worth understanding: how keycap profiles change the typing experience, what low-profile keycaps actually work with your switches, and how Yuzu's customization tools let you design a set that's exactly yours. Start anywhere.
Keycap profiles: what they are and why they matter
A keycap's profile is its physical shape: how tall it is, whether each row is sculpted at a different angle, and how the top surface curves under your fingertips. It's not a visual thing. Two sets can look identical and feel completely different because one is Cherry profile and the other is SA.
The profile guide covers every major profile you're likely to encounter, from the ubiquitous Cherry to specialist options like KAM and the newer low-profile designs. For Yuzu customers, it also explains which profiles are available to order and how each one fits different typing styles and keyboard layouts.
Will your keyboard work with Yuzu keycaps?
Yuzu keycaps are compatible with any keyboard that uses MX-compatible switches, which covers the vast majority of mechanical keyboards on the market. That includes popular brands like Keychron, Wooting, NuPhy, Ducky, and many others.
The keyboards section documents compatibility for specific models: what layouts they use, whether they have any non-standard key sizes, and what to keep in mind when ordering a custom set. If you already know your board, it's the fastest way to confirm everything fits before you design.
Low-profile keycaps: compatibility, profiles, and what to look for
Low-profile keycaps are not the same thing as keycaps for a low-profile case. The distinction matters because it determines what will physically fit your switches. A standard-height keycap will not seat correctly on a low-profile MX switch, and using the wrong keycap can cause wobble, uneven spacing, or contact issues.
The low-profile guide covers switch compatibility in detail, including which switches use an MX-compatible stem and which ones (like Kailh Choc V1) require a completely different keycap system. It also explains the profile options available for low-profile builds and what to check before buying.
How orders work, from production to your door
Once you place an order, your keycaps go through a 4 to 9 day print window where they're dye-sublimated and quality checked. Before anything ships, you'll get a photo preview to approve. If something doesn't look right, that's the moment to flag it.
The orders guide covers the full process: production timelines, the approval step, how to request changes, cancellation and refund policies depending on where your order sits in production, payment options, and bulk order arrangements. There's also a dedicated shipping page that explains carriers, flat-rate costs, tracking, and what to do if your package runs into trouble.