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User Interface in the Metaverse

The Metaverse UI is designed for an intuitive experience across desktop, mobile, and VR.
Whether you're navigating a Verse, engaging in conversations, or interacting with objects, the UI elements help you fully immerse yourself in the digital world.

Main UI Toolbar

The main toolbar provides quick access to essential interactions within a Verse.

MUD User Interface

UI ElementFunction
InfoOpens a dialog with details about the Verse and sharing options.
PortalsDisplays a 2D sidebar with available portals in the Verse.
MuteToggles your microphone on/off.
CameraEnables/disables the camera (appears as a video in the room).
ShareShares your desktop screen as a video within the room.
EmotesOpens a menu to spawn emoji reactions in the Verse.
Raise HandDisplays a hand icon above your avatar, notifying moderators.
ParticipantsShows who's in the Verse, their device type, and moderation options.
ChatEnables text communication, object creation, and commands.
MoreExpands the toolbar with additional interaction tools (see below).
LeaveExits the current Verse and returns you to the lobby.

More Menu Options

The More menu contains additional tools for customizing your experience.

MUD User Interface

FeatureDescription
AvatarSelect and place an avatar in the Verse for others to use.
PenDraw in 3D space, change pen size and color, undo strokes, and generate 3D models from drawings.
Selfie CameraTake photos/videos of the Verse. Captured content appears in the chat with a shareable link.
Lobby CastBroadcast your avatar’s view to the lobby.
File UploadUpload 3D models, images, and videos from your computer or provide a URL.
ArtworkUpload artworks with labels and QR codes.
SettingsAccess Verse settings or user settings, depending on permissions.

Chat Features & Commands

Verses support public & private messaging and commands for extra functionality. In certain Verses equipped with AI Agents, you can also use the chat to interact with them, engaging in voice or text-based conversations.

Metaverse - Opened Chat Menu

📌 Chat Commands:

CommandEffect
/leaveDisconnects from the room.
/growIncreases your avatar size.
/shrinkDecreases your avatar size.
/duckSpawns a duck object.
/flyToggles fly mode.
/scene <url>Changes the scene (Moderators only).
/rename <new name>Renames the room (Moderators only).
/audiomodeToggles spatial audio effects (Experimental).

🔹 Pro Tip: Use /fly for better mobility when navigating large Verses.

📌 AI Agents in the Metaverse

In the Metaverse, you'll find Verses with AI Agents trained on specific topics. You can interact with an Agent by:

  • Getting close to it in the Verse.
  • Starting a chat through the Participants Sidebar.

This chat allows you to engage with the AI via voice or text, creating dynamic and interactive experiences.

Objects, avatars, and media have contextual menus for advanced control. Activate this menu by pressing the spacebar on your computer or using two fingers to tap an object on mobile devices.

MUD - Object Menu

📌 Object Menu

OptionFunction
PinKeeps the object in the Verse when you leave.
TargetOpens a focused view of the object (for media).
ResizeAdjusts the size of the object.
Open LinkOpens the object's URL in a browser tab.
TrashRemoves the object from the scene.
GravityMakes the object fall to the floor (for 3D objects).
CloneDuplicates the object.
RotateRotates the object.
MagnifyDisplays a close-up of the object (for media).
Convert to DrawingConverts the object back to a drawing (if it originated as one).

📌 Avatar Menu

MUD - Avatar Menu

OptionFunction
VolumeAdjusts the volume of the user's audio.
HideHides the user’s avatar and audio from you (only for your session).
MuteMutes the user’s microphone (Moderators only).
KickTemporarily removes a user from the room (Moderators only).

📌 Camera Menu

mud - Camera Menus

OptionFunction
PhotoTakes a still image and adds it to the Verse.
VideoRecords a video and adds it to the Verse. (Temporary browser storage).

Camera Options When Object UI is Open

mud - Camera Menus

FeatureDescription
Object FocusReorients the camera to face the object or user.
Object TrackMakes the camera rotate to follow the object or user.

🔹 Pro Tip: For long recordings, use external screen recording tools like OBS, as browser storage is limited.

📌 Drawing Menu

MUD - Drawing Menu

OptionFunction
CubeConverts the drawing into a 3D object.
UndoRemoves the last stroke.
TrashDeletes the drawing from the scene.

Info Modal & Video Controls

📌 Info Menu

The Info button opens a dialog with Verse details and sharing options.

MUD - Invite Menu

OptionFunction
QR CodeDownload or share a QR code for mobile access.
Verse LinkCopy and share the URL for others to join.
Embed CodeGet an iframe embed code to place the Verse on a webpage.

📌 Video Controls

When hovering over a video, audios and PDFs, media controls appear.

MUD - Video Media Controls

OptionFunction
ScreencaptureTakes a screenshot of the video and adds it to the Verse.
VolumeAdjusts your audio playback (does not affect others).
Play/PauseStarts or pauses the video.
Time ControlsSkip forward/backward in the video.

Emotes & Raising Hand

📌 Emoji Spawners

  • Click the Emote option in the toolbar to spawn emoji reactions.
  • These emojis are grabbable objects that emit particles when shaken.
  • They disappear automatically after a few seconds.

MUD - Emoji Spawners Menu

🔹 Pro Tip: Use emoji spawners for expressive non-verbal communication.

📌 Raise Hand Feature

  • Click the Raise Hand button to notify moderators.
  • A hand icon appears above your avatar, signaling your request to speak.

MUD - Emoji Spawners Menu

🔹 Pro Tip: This feature is great for meetings, Q&As, and events.