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Double Type Test walkthrough

Double typing is one of the most frustrating keyboard faults because it hides until you are mid sentence or mid match. This tool isolates that issue by asking you to press each key once and watching for any duplicate signals in the same stroke. The moment a switch sends a second press, the tester logs the error, flags the specific key, and updates the history so you can repeat the experiment after cleaning or replacing the switch.

Start with the keys that matter most to you: letters for typing, movement keys for games, or modifiers for code shortcuts. Tap slowly first to confirm basic health, then increase speed to see if the problem only appears during fast repeats. Because the test tracks per-key counts, you will know whether a failure is isolated to one switch or shows up across a row, which can point to firmware debounce settings or PCB issues instead of dust inside a single housing.

Use the keyboard layout toggle to match Windows or Mac labeling so you are testing the exact caps on your desk. Dark mode keeps the UI comfortable during late troubleshooting, and sound effects can be switched on to give a quick audio cue when a duplicate is detected. If you are experimenting with lube, springs, or hotswap sockets, run the test before and after your change so you have proof the fix worked.

After you finish a pass, clear the counters and repeat the same pattern a few times. Intermittent double presses often show up only after the board warms up or when you strike a key off center, so mix in angled hits as well. Pair this page with the latency tester to see whether a switch is bouncing or if the firmware is simply reporting a very fast repeat rate that feels like a double tap.

• Swap USB cables and ports to rule out power or connection hiccups that mimic double inputs.
• Test spacebar, Enter, and Backspace multiple times since they take the most abuse.
• Use the history panel to spot patterns like doubles that only occur after another modifier.
• Save screenshots of the results if you need to document a warranty claim or return request.