Supported Hotspots in Virtual Tours

Hotspots are an essential feature of virtual tours, allowing users to navigate between scenes, access additional information, or interact with specific elements. 360ARE supports several hotspot types that enhance the user experience and add interactivity to your virtual tours.

Hotspots

Hotspot Types

1. Marker (Pin)

Markers (or pins) are small icons that can be placed on specific points within the 360-degree view. These are ideal for linking to other scenes of virtual tour.

  • Use Cases:

    • Linking to other scenes or areas in the virtual tour.

  • Customization:

    • Choose from a light, dark, or bright blue icon to fit your design.

2. Floor Circle

Floor circles are interactive elements placed on the ground or floor within a 360-degree photo. They act as navigational hotspots, guiding users to the next scene or point of interest.

  • Use Cases:

    • Smooth transitions between rooms or areas.
    • Enhancing spatial orientation for users within indoor environments.

  • Customization:

    • There are multiple floor circle icon designs available to pick from: full circle, empty circle, circle line, etc. Choose from a light, dark, or bright blue icon to fit your design.

3. Drone

Drone hotspots allow you to create transitions or links to aerial views captured via drone. This provides a unique perspective for virtual tours, making them especially engaging for outdoor spaces or large properties.

  • Use Cases:

    • Showcasing the layout of properties, buildings, or entire campuses.
    • Providing a bird's-eye view of landmarks or landscapes.
    • Connecting ground-level scenes to an aerial perspective.

  • Customization:

    • Choose from a light, dark, or bright blue icon to fit your design.

How to Add Hotspots in 360ARE

  1. Find to your virtual tour listing under All Assets section.
  2. Open the virtual tour editor and navigate to specific scene where you want to add a hotspot.
  3. Select the hotspot type from the options provided:
    • Marker (or Pin) for clickable navigation.
    • Floor Circle for ground navigation.
    • Drone for linking to aerial views.
  4. Customize the appearance of the hotspot as needed.
  5. Save your changes and preview the tour to ensure the hotspots are correctly positioned.

Best Practices for Hotspots

  • Keep it Intuitive: Use consistent iconography and positioning to avoid confusing users.
  • Don't Overcrowd: Too many hotspots can overwhelm the viewer—focus on the most relevant points of interest.
  • Provide Context: Add short, descriptive labels or tooltips to guide users.

Hotspots are a powerful tool for enhancing virtual tours, and with 360ARE's flexible features, you can create seamless, interactive experiences for your audience.