How do I use the quick menu in Hololight Space?
The quick menu gives you fast access to essential tools and settings in Hololight Space
The Quick Menu is your central toolset for interacting with your space efficiently. It provides quick access to commonly used features—many of which are also found in the main menus. Whether you’re adjusting objects or managing the environment, the Quick Menu is designed to keep you moving fast.
Activate the Quick Menu by looking at the palm of your left or right hand, or toggle it using the controller buttons. The specific buttons vary depending on the XR device you’re using.
Main menus
The Main menus are your go-to menus for accessing more advanced features. Select the Main menu button in your Quick Menu to view all available menus in Hololight Space.
- Main menu access
Open menus such as Space Manager, Interaction, Tools, Meetings, and Settings. - Settings section
Includes:- General Space Settings
- Layout Configurator
- VR/Passthrough Toggle
- Disconnect Button
- Compact Mode
A simple 2×4 grid for quick access to key actions. - Extended Mode
A larger 4×4 grid that includes additional tools for deeper interaction.
You can switch between modes directly from the menu and customize the layout using the Layout Configurator in the settings.
Customizing the Quick Menu
The Layout Configurator lets you customize which tools appear in your Quick Menu, so you can tailor the interface to your workflow for maximum efficiency.
- Look at the palm of your left or right hand to open the Quick Menu.
- At the bottom of the menu, select Main Menu.
- On the right, select Settings.
- Select the second button: Layout Configurator.
- In the Layout Configurator window, select a feature you want to replace.
- A new window will appear with all available features. Choose one to replace the selected tool.
Default tools in the Quick Menu
Top row - space tools:
- Load Object
Opens the file browser to import models, PDFs, or videos. - Undo / Redo
Revert or reapply your last action. - Exploded View
Separates parts of a model for better internal viewing.
Second row - selection tools
- Select All / Deselect
Quickly select or deselect all objects in the space. - Select Root / Select Part
Select Root: Select the entire model with one click.
Select Part: Select just a single component of a model.
Third row - manipulation tools
- Bounding Box
Activates a manipulatable box around an object for rotation, scaling, and moving. - Rotate / Move / Grab
Rotate: Use a gizmo to rotate around a chosen axis.
Move: Use a gizmo to move the object along axes.
Grab: Freely move the object without axis constraints.
Fourth row - property tools
- Toggle Visibility
Hide or unhide selected objects. - Outline Mode
Highlights selected objects with a clear outline. - Cube Cross Section
Creates a cube-shaped cross-section behind the Quick Menu for interior inspection. - Measurement Tool
Measure distances between two points—click to start, click again to finish.