1.0. Login & Get Started

To log in to your Matterport account, follow these steps:

1. Open a web browser on your computer or mobile device
2. Go to matterport.com
3. On the Matterport homepage, locate the "Login" or "Sign In" button
4. Enter your registered email address & password

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1.1. Where to See Projects

To view all your projects, click on the All Spaces button in the menu on the left-hand side.

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2.0. How to Navigate

2.1. Mouse/Trackpad Controls

Left-click and drag: Move the view in the desired direction.

Scroll wheel: Zoom in or out to adjust the view's distance.

Double-click: Move towards the clicked location.

Right-click and drag: Rotate the view to change the perspective.

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2.2. Mobile Device Controls (Touchscreen)

Swipe: Drag your finger across the screen to move the view.

Pinch gesture: Pinch your fingers together or apart to zoom in or out.

Tap: Tap on the screen to move towards the tapped location.

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2.3. Hotspots

Look for interactive icons or circles within the Matterport space.

Click or tap on these hotspots to move to different areas or rooms.

Hotspots may be labeled or visually distinct to indicate their destinations.

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3.0. How to View Space in Full Screen

To view a Matterport space in full screen, open the 3D Showcase and navigate to the desired property or location. Look for the full-screen icon, typically represented by a square or diagonal arrows, in the navigation toolbar or menu. Click on the full-screen icon to expand the Matterport space to fit your entire screen, providing an immersive viewing experience.

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4.0. How to Switch Between Model Views

To switch between the Dollhouse view and Floor Plan view in Matterport, open the 3D Showcase, look for the navigation toolbar or menu, click on the Dollhouse icon to see the property from different angles and zoom levels, and click on the Floor Plan icon to view the layout in a 2D schematic representation.

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4.1. Dollhouse View

The Dollhouse view in Matterport provides an external 3D representation of a property or location. It allows you to see the entire structure from various angles and zoom levels. It provides a unique perspective that helps you understand the overall layout and spatial relationships of the space.

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4.2. Floor Plan View

The Floor Plan view in Matterport offers a schematic representation of the property or location's layout in 2D. It provides a bird's-eye view, displaying the arrangement of rooms and their spatial relationships. This view helps users visualize the floor plan and understand the flow and organization of the space.

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5.0. How to Make Notes

In Matterport, notes are a feature that allows users to add annotations or comments to specific locations within a virtual space. Here's how notes work in Matterport, including how to attach media, reply to notes, create message threads, share notes, and resolve them:

1. While exploring a Matterport space, you can pause at any desired location where you want to add a note.
2. Look for the note-taking feature, usually represented by an icon like a speech bubble.
3. Click or tap on the note-taking icon to activate the note creation mode.
4. A text box or dialogue box will appear, allowing you to enter your note or comment.
5. To attach media (image, video, PDF, or external link) to your note, look for an attachment option within the note creation interface.
6. Click or tap on the attachment option and follow the instructions to upload or link the desired media to your note.
7. After entering the note and attaching media, save it by clicking or tapping a "Save" or "Submit" button.
8. The note, along with any attached media, will be associated with that particular location within the Matterport space.
9. Other users who access the same Matterport space can view the notes and attached media you provided.
10. Users can reply to notes by clicking or tapping on the respective note to view its details and the replies section.
11. Within the replies section, users can add comments, questions, or additional information in response to the original note.
12. This creates a message thread, allowing for conversations and discussions related to specific notes.
13. You can share notes with other people by providing them with the direct link to the note or by sharing the entire Matterport space URL.
14. Shared notes can be accessed by recipients, enabling them to view and interact with the note and its attachments.
15. If a note is resolved or no longer relevant, you can mark it as resolved or delete it, depending on the platform's options.
16. Resolving a note indicates that the issue or comment has been addressed or resolved.

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6.0. How to Take Measurements

To make measurements in Matterport, follow these steps:

1. Open the Matterport 3D Showcase and navigate to the desired property or location.
2. Look for the measurement tool in the navigation toolbar or menu. It is usually represented by a ruler or measuring tape icon.
3. Click or tap on the measurement tool to activate it.
4. To start measuring, click or tap on a specific point in the 3D space to set the starting point of the measurement.
5. Move the cursor or your finger to another point in the space and click or tap again to set the end point of the measurement.
6. The measurement tool will display the distance or dimensions between the two points in the selected unit of measurement, such as feet or meters.
7. You can continue making additional measurements by repeating the process of setting the starting and end points.
8. To clear or reset the measurements, look for a clear or reset button in the measurement tool or simply refresh the page to start anew.

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7.0. How to Share Matterport Space

Click or tap on the sharing icon or button to access the sharing options. A sharing menu will appear, providing various methods to share the space.

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Copying the space's URL: This allows you to copy the direct link to the Matterport space and share it via email, messaging apps, or social media platforms.

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8.0. How to View in VR

To view a Matterport space in virtual reality (VR), follow these steps:

1. Ensure that you have a compatible VR device, such as an Oculus Quest, HTC Vive, or Google Cardboard.
2. Open the Matterport space in a compatible VR application or platform. Some popular VR platforms that support Matterport include Oculus Home, SteamVR, or the Matterport VR app.
3. Connect your VR device to your computer or mobile device, following the manufacturer's instructions.
4. Launch the VR application or platform on your VR device.
5. Use the VR device's interface or controller to navigate to the Matterport space. This may involve browsing through a library, searching for the specific space, or entering a direct link.
6. Once you have accessed the Matterport space, put on your VR headset and adjust it comfortably on your head.
7. Use the VR controller or the headset's built-in controls to move around and interact with the virtual environment.
8. Explore the Matterport space in VR, moving from room to room and examining the surroundings in a more immersive and realistic way.
9. Depending on the VR platform and application, you may have additional features available, such as teleportation, scaling, or menu options to adjust settings or access additional content.
10. To exit the VR experience, follow the instructions provided by the VR application or platform, usually involving removing the headset or navigating back to the main menu.

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9.0. How to Add Team Members & Collaborators

If you want to add team members or collaborators please contact our team at info@skysight.ca and we can add them.

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