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genie0327

Anyone else get sore or tender nails from typing?

Asking For Advice

First world problem, basically the title. Might be worse because I have long natural nails instead of gels/acrylics.

What helps:

  • Typing on raised keys instead of flat ones (more finger pad, less nail tip)
  • Typing on linear switches with lower actuation force (less pressure overall)

What doesn't:

  • Typing with flat fingers (still sore, just in different ways)
  • Typing on nail tips anyway (ends up hurting until I cut them)

Would appreciate tips & tricks (pun intended).

Posted Apr 10, 2026, 12:45 AM UTC

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