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Dec 9, 2024
Looking for the simplest way to get started with Campfire? We’ve got you covered!
Follow this step-by-step checklist to master the basics of Campfire as quickly as possible.
To complete the checklist, all you need is access to a desktop computer and a Quest headset. No need to worry if you don’t have an Enterprise plan, or haven’t yet cleared the proper security protocols to add your CAD files to Campfire. We’ve written this guide to be compatible with our free Starter plan, and we’ve provided a link to a model you can download for free.
If you want more context, the Campfire Quick Start Guide covers key points about each of the steps in this checklist. And if you want to dig even deeper, you can find more articles in our Support Center.
Step 1: Get the app
First things first, let’s take care of your initial setup.
In this step, you will: create your Campfire account, install the app across your devices, and login on desktop and Quest.
On a web browser:
1.1. Sign up for a free account if needed
1.2. Download and install the desktop app, then login on your PC or Mac
On Quest:
1.3. Install the Quest app, then login using the same account
Step 2: Add your first model
See how easily you can get your 3D content into Campfire and quickly compose scenes.
In this step, you will: add a model, duplicate a scene, apply a CAD color, and leave a comment.
On desktop:
2.1. If you need to borrow a 3D file for this step, download this gearbox model for free
2.2. Open the app and click New Project
2.3. In the top-left corner, click the folder icon and select the file you want to add; when it's done processing, you’ll see the model appear in the middle of the screen
2.4. Above the scene list, click the duplicate icon to create a copy of the scene
2.5. Using the inspector panel on the right-hand side of the screen, switch to the Materials tab
2.6. Click CAD colors, then choose a color and drag-and-drop it onto any part
2.7. In the bottom-right corner, select the comment icon from the toolbar
2.8. Click on any part and leave a comment; press enter when you’re done typing
Step 3: Use desktop and Quest together
See how collaboration works by logging into your account on two devices at the same time.
In this step, you will: join a project on both desktop and Quest, switch back and forth between devices, and shoot the laser pointer.
On desktop:
3.1. Keep the project from Step 2 open on your computer
On Quest:
3.2. Join the same project from your headset
3.3. Locate the floating rectangle that represents your desktop user
Switching between desktop and Quest:
3.4. On desktop: locate the floating head that represents your Quest user
3.5. On Quest: move around and view the model from different angles
3.6. On desktop: notice how the floating head matches your movements on Quest
3.7. On desktop: select the laser pointer from your toolbar in the bottom-right corner, then choose any part and shoot the laser at it
3.8. On Quest: locate the floating rectangle and find the part it’s pointing at with the laser (you'll need to click the desktop mouse while viewing the model in Quest at the same time)
Step 4: Change the presenter
Learn how presenter status works, and which collaboration tools are controlled by the presenter.
In this step, you will: give presenter status to a different user and explode a model.
On desktop:
4.1. Identify the presenter by locating the icon in the top-right corner that has a yellow dot indicator above it (it should be the desktop user, since you joined the project on desktop first)
4.2. Click on the icon without the yellow dot indicator and select Make presenter
4.3. Notice how the toolbar in the bottom-right corner changes when the desktop user is no longer the presenter
On Quest:
4.4. Press and hold the B button on your controller to bring up the toolbar
4.5. Hover over the grenade icon and release B to select the explode tool
4.6. Move the joystick forward and backward to explode and un-explode the model
Step 5: Share with a collaborator
Now that you’ve mastered the basics of composing and collaborating, it’s time to share!
In this step, you will: invite someone to Campfire using their email address and assign sharing permissions.
On desktop:
5.1. Click the share button in the top right corner of the project you want to share
5.2. Enter the email address of the person you’re sharing with
5.3. Select their permission role, depending on the level of access you want them to have
What's next?
Congratulations! Completing all the steps in this checklist gives you a strong foundation in Campfire — so you can easily hit the ground running and start bringing others on board.
And remember: the Campfire team is always here to help, so don’t hesitate to reach out. You can email support@campfire3d.com anytime, or search our Support Center for more articles.
Not sure what your next steps are?
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