1. Google Browser Mode
Simplified VR browsing mode. Press CTRL + F1 to activate, and toggle dual modeif if needed.
2. Legacy Linux Environment Setup
XR Workstation retains support for legacy Linux distributions running on your Android device (UserLand, AnLinux, Termux, etc.). You can run Linux using our Linux mode support or following no VNC Linux setup YouTube videos.
- Install your preferred Linux app and a Desktop Environment (XFCE/LXDE).
- Set resolution to 1920x1080 and set a VNC password.
- Start your Linux session and Cancel its integrated VNC viewer.
- Configure XR Workstation:
- Press CTRL + ALT + P to set the Port (Default: 5951 for UserLand).
- Press CTRL + ALT + D to set the Password.
- Press CTRL + F3 to enter Linux Mode.
3. Keyboard Shortcuts & VR Calibration
| Key |
Standard Action |
CTRL + Key Action |
CTRL + ALT + Key |
| 1 / 2 / 3 |
- |
- |
Set 1080p / 2K / 4K |
| F1 |
- |
Browser Mode (Optional) |
- |
| F2 |
- |
Android Desktop |
- |
| F3 |
- |
Linux Mode (Optional) |
Increase IPD (+) |
| F3 / F4 |
- |
- |
Adjust IPD (+/-) |
| F5 / F6 |
- |
- |
Lens Offset (+/-) |
| F7 / F8 |
- |
- |
Field of View (+/-) |
| F11 |
- |
Toggle MR |
- |
| F12 |
- |
Reset View (Recenter) |
Save VR Settings |
VR Calibration: Optics and depth adjustments (F3–F10) are now protected and require holding CTRL + ALT. Press CTRL + ALT + F12 to save your final configuration.
Note on Keyboards
While the spatial air-keyboard is highly responsive, for professional long-form coding, Bluetooth or mini wireless keyboards work robustly and are highly recommended.
- Intelligent Switching: The virtual keyboard and hand tracking will automatically hide when you use a physical keyboard to keep your workspace clear.
- Wake-Up Gesture: To bring back your virtual tools at any time, perform a Steady Pinch (Index + Thumb) with either hand and hold it for 500ms.
- MR Mode: With Mini XR glasses, MR mode is optional when using a physical keyboard. MR mode can offer a clear view replacing prescription eye glasses.
4. Spatial Hand Gestures & Virtual Input Modes
No physical controllers are required. Use your hands in front of the camera. Note: Virtual inputs (keyboard/mouse) are enabled by default, but using a physical keyboard will automatically hide them.
Global Commands & Multi-Touch
- RESET VR: Make a Fist with your right hand (Palm Toward You).
- TOGGLE HELP: Hold your Left hand stretched (Palm Toward You) for 3 seconds.
- TOGGLE MR: Make a Fist with your left hand (Palm Toward You) to toggle MR Passthrough (or press Ctrl + F11).
- SCREEN DEPTH: Palm Toward You + Middle Finger Curl (Left=Closer, Right=Further).
- RESIZE (Multi-Touch): Stretch your fingers with both hands (Palms Away) and move them apart/together to scale the workspace.
Keyboard Interaction (Palm Facing Away)
- TYPE / SELECT: Stretch your fingers and move your hands to hover over a key or interaction button. Use a Middle Finger Curl while hovering to strike the key.
- AI SUGGESTIONS: Hover over any of the four AI word completions at the top of the keyboard and Middle Finger Curl to instantly insert the word.
- VOICE INPUT: Hover over the prominent center VOICE INPUT button and Middle Finger Curl to toggle high-accuracy speech-to-text.
Other Virtual Input Modes
Strategy A: Curl Mode (Manual Gestures)
Directly control modes by curling specific fingers while your palm faces away.
- CLICK: Hold your hand straight and stationary for 2.0 seconds (Magenta).
- SCROLL (Blue): Curl your Index Finger. Move hand to scroll.
- DRAG (Orange): Curl Middle, Ring, and Pinky. Move hand to drag.
- SELECT (Yellow): Curl Middle and Ring fingers.
- LONG PRESS (Purple): Curl Ring and Pinky fingers.
Strategy B: Auto-Tap Mode (Dwell Sequence)
Switch modes automatically by holding your hand still. Toggle by holding both hands stretched (Palms Toward You) for 1.2s.
- 1.5s: Blue (Scroll)
- 3.0s: Orange (Drag)
- 4.5s: Yellow (Select)
- 6.0s: Magenta (Click)
- 7.5s: Purple (Long Press)