Sharing to Viewer Apps

Published AR Projects and Scenes can be shared and accessed via Trace Viewers in multiple ways. This can happen through Hyperlinks, QR Codes, and Experience Codes in Trace Studio. Scene sharing links can also be found in the 'Scene Details' within the Creator App.

  • Direct Link Sharing – Share a unique URL to let users open the AR experience directly.
  • QR Code Access – Users can scan a QR code to launch the AR experience instantly.
  • Experience Codes – Enter a code provided by the creator to access specific projects or scenes.

Location-Based Discovery – Experiences published to a specific location will appear automatically in the Viewer Apps when users are at that location.

Mobile Viewer App

The mobile version of the Viewer App is designed for quick access to AR experiences on iOS and Android devices. The Viewer App does not require a login or Trace account.

Direct Access to Projects & Scenes

  • Access via Link or QR Code – Open a shared Project or Scene directly in the app.
  • Enter an Experience Code – Input a code in the 'Experience' tab to view the corresponding Project or Scene.
  • Visit a Published Location-Based Project – If you are at a location where an AR experience has been published, it will appear in the app automatically.

Browsing Projects & Scenes

Experience Tab

  • Projects near your location or previously accessed via a link or code appear at the top.
  • Standalone Scenes (not part of a Project) that are near you or previously accessed appear below.
  • Enter an Experience Code at the bottom of the tab to add additional Projects and Scenes.

Map Tab

  • Discover location-based AR projects published near you using an interactive map. If you are near these experiences, they can be launched in your Experience Tab. 

Inside a Project or Scene

  • Projects show a welcome screen that introduces the creator or brand.
  • Available Scenes within the Project can be selected within the UI
  • Navigate between different Scenes and scan their relevant Anchor if needed.

Use the built-in photo and video tools to capture your AR experience.

Headset Viewer App

The headset version of the Viewer App enables immersive AR experiences on supported headsets. It is ideal for detailed demos, architectural walkthroughs, and interactive environments. Any content edited and published via the Creator App is immediately viewable on AR headsets.

Compatibility

  • Currently supported: Apple Vision Pro & Meta Quest
  • Enterprise support available for HoloLens 2 and ThinkReality A3.
  • Future updates will expand support to Android XR devices and more.

Input & Navigation

  • The Viewer App supports native input methods for each headset, including gestures such as select, pinch, and move.

Direct Access to Projects & Scenes

  • Open a shared Link or QR Code to load a Project or Scene.
  • Enter an Experience Code in the 'Experience' tab to access a specific Project or Scene.
  • Visit a Location-Based Project – Since most headsets lack GPS, Wi-Fi-based location detection is used. Ensure your Wi-Fi matches the Project’s designated location.

Browsing Projects & Scenes

  • Projects near you or previously accessed appear in the Experience Screen.
  • Standalone Scenes (not part of a Project) appear below the available Projects.
  • Enter an Experience Code at the top-right of the tab to add new Projects or Scenes.

Inside a Project or Scene

  • Projects show a welcome screen from the creator or brand.
  • Available Scenes within the Project can be browsed within the UI
  • Navigate between different Scenes and scan their relevant Anchor if needed.

Point your headset at the image Anchor to scan and activate an Anchor

Additional Resources

For more Trace support, explore these overviews:

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