Welcome to ManageXR!
We're thrilled that you're starting your journey with ManageXR! In this article, we'll walk you through the essentials of using our platform.
By the end of the guide, you will know how to:
After you've registered your device with ManageXR and deployed VR content, you can check out our recommended next steps.
1. Install ManageXR
Log into ManageXR
Navigate to Devices and select Add Device
Follow the instructions for your device type.
Meta Quest Devices
Meta Quest devices must be enrolled via Meta Horizon managed services. This guide explains how to register your Quest device using this method. Here's what you'll need:
PC or MAC computer
Charged Quest headset
Non-Meta Devices
This guide explains how to use our Device Setup Tool to register your non-Meta VR devices with ManageXR. Here's what you'll need:
PC or MAC computer
Charged VR headset
A cable to connect your headset to your computer
After registering your device, you can unplug it from the computer and remotely manage it from the ManageXR console.
2. Add VR Content to your Library
Before you can deploy content to your devices, you’ll first add it to your ManageXR Library. From there, you can organize and deploy apps to devices using configurations.
Adding apps
There are a few ways to add apps to your Library:
Managed Apps - Upload your own APKs (full control over install & updates)
Instant Apps - Free, demo-sized apps created by ManageXR partners and easily accessible through the Marketplace.
Shared Apps – Add apps via a Share Code from a partner or developer
Navigate to the Marketplace.
Filter content according to content categories and/or device manufacturers.
Hover over an Instant App and click the Add to Library button. You can also click on the app to learn more about it.
Navigate to VR Content. The app will appear under Instant Apps.
Using your own APK? Follow this guide to add a Managed App to your Library.
Adding other VR content (Videos, WebXR links, other files)
Other types of VR content like videos and WebXR links can also be added to and managed in your Library.
3. Customize the device experience (Configurations)
When you registered your device, you assigned it to a configuration. If you haven’t created a new one or renamed it, it will be called “Default Configuration”.
A configuration is a bundle of ManageXR settings that define how your device should behave. It includes which apps to install, the desired device experience and other device settings. All devices with the same configuration will behave the same way.
We’ll get started by adding content to your configuration and setting up the ManageXR Home Screen.
Add VR content from the Library to your configuration
Navigate to the Configurations tab and select your configuration.
Under Apps → App Library, hover over the desired app and click Deploy to add it to the configuration.
Click Save Changes.
Setting up the ManageXR Home Screen
When using VR headsets in a workplace or educational setting, it's essential to have a streamlined process for accessing apps. This can be done with several device experiences; for this guide, we'll focus on the ManageXR Home Screen.
The Home Screen is fully customizable, and the web editor is a one-to-one representation of what you’ll see in VR. You can add your brand logos, customize the background image, and choose what menu items are displayed.
4. Assign configuration to devices
Now that you’ve set up a configuration, it’s time to save it and assign it to your devices. You can apply configurations individually and in bulk from the web console.
Navigate to the Devices tab
Select a device from the device list
Select a configuration from the drop-down menu on the device detail page.
Click Save Changes.
If the configuration was already assigned to a device, it will immediately begin to update when the configuration is saved and the device is online.
Congrats 🎉
In just a few steps, you registered a device with ManageXR, deployed an Instant App to a configuration, and customized your end-user device experience.
What's next?
Devices
Remotely launch apps or power off headsets with device commands
Explore casting and screen streaming options
VR Content
Upload a managed app (.apk and .obb)
Managing multiple app versions with Release Channels
Set schedules for when devices can update apps, videos, files, and Pico PUI.
Configurations
Explore different layouts and add your brand colors to your Home Screen.
Configure a WiFi network profile and add to a configuration
Organization
Add additional users and assign permissions
Need more help?
Talk to a member of our team using the chat bubble in the bottom right of your screen, or reach out to support@managexr.com