Should I learn a new layout alongside my new keyboard?

There are alternative keyboard layouts beyond the common QWERTY layout. Examples of these include Dvorak, Colemak and many others.

You may be inclined to learn a new layout right away, but we recommend to start typing on a split keyboard with the layout you were already used to.

Learning a new character layout can be very challenging. Learning a new physical layout, such as when moving from a normal to a split keyboard, can be challenging too. If you add both together, the learning curve may be too large and you might grow discouraged or disinterested as a result.

Of course, if you feel up for the challenge, we won't stop you - go for it!