Overview

The Scan tool allows AR users to 3D scan their real-world environment to create a 3D location for other users to collaborate in.

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Scanning a location is an important responsibility of the AR User, since the scan creates the virtual world experienced by VR Users.

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Steps

  1. In the Tab Bar, click the Scan icon.
  2. In the Scan Tool Panel, click the Start button. A blue grid representing the scan area will appear. Move the camera around to add area.
  3. Click Texture icon ****to cover the blue mesh with textures (i.e. images).
  4. After the scan is completed, click the Save button to save.
  5. When saving is complete, a chime will sound.

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There is a max limit of 40 textures for a single scan.

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Example of Blue Grid Mesh with single Texture applied

Example of Blue Grid Mesh with single Texture applied

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The Photo tool also adds Textures to a scan area.

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