Best Practices in Virtual Reality Application (VRA)

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Best Practices
in Virtual Reality
Application (VRA)
Presented by: Arman Steven D. Gracia

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Key Best Practices Overview
Main best practices that will be covered:
PERFORMANCE
OPTIMIZATION
USER
INTERFACE
DESIGN
COMFORTABILITY
ACCESSIBILITY

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Key Best Practices Overview
Main best practices that will be covered:
CONTENT
OPTIMIZATION
TESTING
AND
ITERATION
SAFETY
MEASURES
PRIVACY AND
DATA SECURITY
DOCUMENTATION
AND
SUPPORT

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PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION
Optimizing performance is crucial in VR
applications to maintain immersion and
prevent motion sickness. Techniques
such as frame rate optimization, latency
reduction, and asset optimization are
essential. Consistent high frame rates
(ideally 90 FPS or higher) ensure smooth
movement and reduce the risk of motion
sickness.

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PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION

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USER INTERFACE DESIGN
Intuitive UI design is paramount for VR
applications. Spatial navigation allows
users to interact naturally with the
environment. Minimalistic UI elements
reduce clutter and distractions, while
clear feedback mechanisms provide
instant responses to user actions,
enhancing the sense of presence.

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USER INTERFACE DESIGN

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COMFORTABLE MOVEMENT
Providing
comfortable
movement
options is vital to minimize motion
sickness. Techniques like teleportation,
smooth
locomotion
with
gradual
acceleration, and vignette effects to
reduce peripheral motion can help users
navigate without discomfort.

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COMFORTABLE MOVEMENT

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ACCESSIBILITY CONSIDERATION
Consideration of accessibility is crucial
for VR applications. Providing options
for seated or standing experiences
accommodates users with varying
physical abilities. Customizable controls
allow users to adapt interactions to their
preferences, enhancing accessibility for
all.

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ACCESSIBILITY CONSIDERATION

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ACCESSIBILITY CONSIDERATION

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IMMERSIVE AUDIO
Immersive audio plays a significant role
in enhancing the VR experience. Spatial
audio
cues
provide
directional
information, improving immersion and
realism. For example, in a forest scene,
users can hear leaves rustling around
them, enriching the virtual environment.

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IMMERSIVE AUDIO

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REALISTIC INTERACTIONS
Realistic interactions between users and
the virtual environment are essential for
immersion and engagement.
Implementing physics-based
interactions allows users to interact
naturally with objects, enhancing the
sense of presence and realism.

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REALISTIC INTERACTIONS

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TESTING AND ITERATION
Thorough testing and iteration are key to
refining the VR experience. Gathering
user feedback and iteratively improving
the application based on insights ensure
that it meets user expectations and
addresses any issues that may arise.

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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
Prioritizing user safety is paramount in
VR applications. Implementing boundary
systems to prevent users from moving
outside safe areas and providing hazard
warnings for potential dangers ensure a
safe and enjoyable experience for users.

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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS