One of the most apparent benefits of a Hall effect keyboard is the ability to customize the actuation point of each key. Unlike traditional mechanical switches, which have a fixed actuation depth, Hall effect switches let you decide exactly how far you want to press before a key registers. This means you can tailor the keyboard to your playstyle or workflow, such as setting a shallower actuation for lightning-fast response in games, or a deeper actuation for more deliberate, error-free typing.
Now with Gear Link, customizing actuation points is more straightforward than ever. You can make adjustments directly in your web browser, with no extra downloads required. The intuitive UI makes it simple to fine-tune each key to your preferred depth, whether you want uniform actuation across the whole board or unique settings per key. It’s quick, convenient, and accessible anywhere you use your keyboard.
With this combination of Hall effect flexibility and Gear Link convenience, the ROG Falcata gives you a level of control that’s both powerful and practical. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to use Gear Link to customize your actuation points and share scenarios where different setups can give you an edge.
Accessing Gear Link
1. To start the customization, open your web browser and follow this link: Gear Link (Beta). You can change the language on the top right corner of the screen.
2. Click on Connect and select your keyboard or the device's wireless receiver.
*Helpful tip: To reconnect with the device or simply check the connected devices list, click on the Device List on the top left corner.
Useful Configurations
Once you’re connected to Gear Link, you can start experimenting with different actuation point and dead zone settings to match how you use your keyboard. This is where you can truly tailor the typing experience completely to your needs for a setup that is uniquely yours, bringing you ever closer to becoming one with your keyboard.
For gaming, many players prefer shallower actuation points and tighter dead zones, since lighter presses translate into faster reactions and more consistent movement inputs. For typing and productivity, a slightly deeper actuation point can reduce accidental keypresses and make long writing sessions feel more controlled and deliberate. Use a combination of global settings and/or per-key adjustments and test to find a config that feels most natural to you.
If you're unsure of where to start, check out how our esports champions configure their ROG HE keyboards to dominate their opponents on the battlefield: Hall effect settings pros use Team Vitality , or refer to the table below for a safe start:
| Purpose | Selected Keys | Actuation Point | Deadzone Top/Bottom |
| Gaming | WASD + action keys | 0.5 - 1.5mm | 0.2mm/0.2mm |
| Productivity/Typing | All | 1.0 - 2.0mm | 0.2mm/0.2mm |
*Helpful Tip: take advantage of device profiles to save separate settings for different scenarios, and switch between each seamlessly with hotkeys labeled on your keyboard.
Deadzones?
Top and bottom dead zones are the ranges at the very start and very end of a key’s travel where no input is registered. Adjusting these zones helps you fine-tune how your keyboard feels and responds. For example, increasing the top dead zone prevents accidental key presses from light touches, while adjusting the bottom dead zone can make it easier to avoid bottoming out and reduce finger fatigue. Together with actuation point customization, these settings give you precise control over both comfort and performance, whether you’re gaming or typing.
An example visual representation of the current configuration - available on Gear Link
The solid lines (marked in yellow here for demonstration) mark the top and bottom deadzone thresholds. These define how much of the key’s travel is ignored at the start (top DZ) and end (bottom DZ). You can set the top threshold down to 0.5 mm and the bottom up to 3.0 mm, giving you fine control over how sensitive or forgiving your keys feel.
Adjusting Actuation Point & Deadzones
1. On the left side panel, select Actuation Point & Dead Zone to find the settings interface.
Each key is labelled with its actuation point and top and bottom dead zones.
2. Use the sliders below to change the global setting (for all keys) for actuation point and top and bottom dead zones.
To adjust settings per-key, click on Edit, and select the key you’d like to have a custom actuation point (apart from the global setting). You can select multiple keys for a custom set of actuation point shared amongst them.
3. Use the provided preview indicator to test how your settings perform in real time.
Click on Done to lock in your settings for per-key settings, otherwise, adjustments to the global setting will be saved onboard keyboard memory automatically.
*Helpful Tip: If you’re a fast typist who often re-presses a key before it fully resets, Rapid Trigger can help you avoid missed inputs while still keeping your typing flow fast and smooth. You can follow a recommended setup by referring to our in-depth Rapid Trigger guide for a full explanation of how these settings work together. Remember that you can save different profiles for various tasks.
Take Control with Precision
With Gear Link, every key on your Hall effect keyboard becomes fully adjustable, from how soon it reacts to how far it travels. Whether you’re fine-tuning for competitive gaming or long-form typing, actuation point and dead zone customization let you strike the perfect balance between comfort, speed, and control.
By combining Gear Link’s flexibility with ROG Hall effect technology, you’re not just using a keyboard, but shaping an input experience tailored exactly to your playstyle and workflow.
