How to Use Gamepad Mode

Gamepad Mode allows you to explore your captures from a closer perspective using joystick-style controls. This viewing mode is particularly useful for examining larger captures from ground level, and discovering details that might not be visible from standard orbital camera angles.

Plan Availability

iOS Web Android
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Supported Capture Types

GamePad Mode is available for specific capture types

Capture Mode GamePad Support Notes
Object Mode Fully supported
Space Mode Not supported
AI Capture Fully supported
Floorplan Mode Not supported
360 Mode Not supported

Activating Gamepad Mode

Getting started with Gamepad Mode is simple and works consistently across iOS and Android platforms.

1Open Your Capture

Select any supported capture from your library that you want to explore in Gamepad mode.

2Locate the Game Controller Icon

Look for the orbit button view in the top navigation area of the capture viewer.

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3Activate Gamepad Mode

Tap the Game Controller Mode icon to switch from the standard 3D view to first-person navigation controls.

Once in Gamepad Mode, you'll have access to touch-based controls that mimic a joystick.

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Movement Trackpad: Use the circular trackpad for directional movement - move up for forward, down for backward, and left/right for directional turning and strafing (similar to W, S, A, D controls).

Height Adjustment: Control your viewing height with the vertical slider located on the right-hand side to change your elevation within the capture.

Exit Gamepad Mode: Tap the game controller button on the right-hand side and select the orbit icon to return to standard 3D view mode.