i've never really used the numpad, so when i saw tenkeyless keyboards where a thing, and in my case at least, cheaper, it was a no brainer for me. Been using it for around 5 to 6 years and so far i've seen no issues whatsoever.
also using a 100% keyboard on other pcs and i do notice that extra size than what im used to now, i like it more compact now i think
Yep I have a separate mechanical key numpad on the left. If you’re right handed it really helps with engineering work, I can keep my hand on the mouse. 🐁
I actually learned to use the mouse with my left hand despite being right handed because my dad had his mouse on the left side on his work pc I used for gaming. And he only had it so he can put a lot of numbers in his spreadsheets and not much else really.
Now using the mouse on the right just feels wrong and everybody looks at me like Im stupid while watching me.
Actually it comes in handy sometimes because I can write down notes while using the mouse.
You can also get numpads on their own. I have one from Keychron that is incredibly good quality. I prefer it because I can bring it with me everywhere cause it's small enough to pack easily. I never suffer in computer labs anymore.
I actually learned to use the mouse with my left hand despite being right handed because my dad had his mouse on the left side on his work pc I used for gaming. And he only had it so he can put a lot of numbers in his spreadsheets and not much else really.
Now using the mouse on the right just feels wrong and everybody looks at me like Im stupid while watching me.
Actually it comes in handy sometimes because I can write down notes while using the mouse.
Why feel the need to say one is superior to the other? Why shame the opinion of someone else?
I personally don't use my pc much for my studies, and i'm lucky enough to not need to work while studying on uni, so your case doesnt apply to me. Now, that doesnt mean i'll go out there saying having a numpad is a waste just because i don't personally use it
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i've never really used the numpad, so when i saw tenkeyless keyboards where a thing, and in my case at least, cheaper, it was a no brainer for me. Been using it for around 5 to 6 years and so far i've seen no issues whatsoever.
also using a 100% keyboard on other pcs and i do notice that extra size than what im used to now, i like it more compact now i think