Lift one keycap
Choose the key you want to replace. Lift it straight up from the base—never pull on the switch itself.

OAi Studio · Fit Check
A 30-second check before you choose your tiny desk companion: look for the right stem, match the key size, then press gently. No guesswork needed.
Start the 30-second checkYou only need your keyboard, one existing keycap, and a tiny bit of curiosity.
Choose the key you want to replace. Lift it straight up from the base—never pull on the switch itself.
A small cross-shaped MX-style stem is the good sign. It is the most common fit for OAi artisan keycaps.
Check the size listed on your chosen OAi product page. A 1U cap must replace a 1U key; larger caps need a matching key position.
OAi artisan keycaps are made for Cherry MX-style cross stems unless a specific product page says otherwise.
✓ Usually a match
Look for a tiny + shape on top of your switch. Many standard mechanical keyboards use this mount.
× Please do not force it
OAi caps are not designed for low-profile switches, capacitive keyboards, membrane keyboards, laptop keyboards, or non-cross stems.
If it does not line up naturally, stop. Please do not press, twist, or force a keycap into place. Send a clear photo of your keyboard switch and the key position to hello@oai.studio—we are happy to help before you order.
“U” means unit width. Use the exact size on the product page and compare it with the key you are replacing.
The standard square key size—often ideal for Esc, function row accents, or arrow clusters.
A wider key found on many layouts. Compare it with your own keyboard before choosing.
Commonly used for Enter on many ANSI layouts. Layouts vary, so measure the key you are replacing.
A standard 1U artisan keycap for a small, easy-to-style moment on a compatible MX keyboard.
See the 1U cap ↗ 1.5U exampleA wider 1.5U artisan. Please compare the intended modifier key with your actual layout.
See the 1.5U cap ↗ 2.25U exampleA 2.25U centerpiece artisan. Check the exact width of your Enter or intended key first.
See the 2.25U cap ↗A compatible keycap should sit naturally—never need force.
Hold the cap close to its base and line the MX cross up directly above the switch.
Use gentle, even pressure. Avoid pressing on small sculpted details or one edge only.
Test one gentle keystroke. If it feels wrong or sits unevenly, remove it and ask before forcing it.
The exact product listing is always the final reference for size and compatibility.
No. OAi artisan keycaps are made for Cherry MX-style cross stems unless a product page says otherwise. The correct key width also matters. Low-profile switches, capacitive keyboards, membrane keyboards, laptop keyboards, and non-cross stems are not compatible.
It describes the width of a key. A 1U key is the standard square size. A 1.5U cap is wider, and a 2.25U cap is wider again. Always match the listed product size to the physical key you are replacing—keyboard layouts are not all identical.
Only if the product page lists the same key size and your keyboard uses a compatible MX-style cross stem. Larger keys can vary by layout, stabilizer design, and region, so please compare your own key before ordering.
Yes. Email hello@oai.studio with a clear photo of the switch under your existing keycap, the key you want to replace, and your keyboard model if you know it. We will help you make a more confident choice.