The main types of keycap profiles are described below. These include dead keys, tens, torsion, inline, and key matrixes. Inline key matrixes are used in conjunction with some computer keyboards to allow for greater functionality and convenience. Dead keys and tens are used for single-button push-typing applications and for terminal automation.

The majority of custom keypad profiles are designed with a standard or double-sided tapered mold. This mold is used to create the different varieties of keypads that are used in the industry. Shaped and designed to give the user an enhanced tactile experience, key caps can be found in many different keypad sets. These keycap sets are sold together in keycap profiles that correspond to a specific type of application. Whether you are looking for key caps that are uniform, have a uniform look, or enhance your current application, you should be able to find keycap profiles to match your unique needs. Whether you are looking for keycaps that are ergonomically friendly and have a uniform look, or if you are looking for keycaps that best suit your specific application, you should know what your options are before shopping.