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360 Video Import Guide for VR

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This is a Quick Start guide for importing GoPro Max 360 footage into the Oculus Quest Headset for PC’s & Mac’s*

*untested on M Series chips

SD Card

  • Insert SD card into your computer
  • Open file explorer and navigate to your .360 file and open in GoPro Player
  • File > Export > Click on Advanced Options > Choose HEVC under Codec > Check Mount Optimization under Options 
  • Click on Next > Save


VR Headset

  • Connect USB-C Cable to your PC/Mac and in your VR Headset, click “Allow“
  • If the dialog box does not pop up for you, double-check that developer mode was enabled on your mobile device
  • For Macs, make sure you have Android Transfer installed and the window should pop up automatically

File Explorer

  • Drag exported .mp4 video from saved location to Quest under the Movies folder
  • Unplug USB-C cable after file transfer is completed

screenshot of file explorer

screenshot of file explorer

Screenshot of optimal export settings for the .360 file

Screenshot of optimal export settings for the .360 file

Snapshot of view inside of VR headset to allow access to data

Dialog box inside VR headset to allow access to data

GIF of a screen recording of switching on developer mode in the Meta mobile app

GIF of a screen recording of switching on developer mode in the Meta mobile app

Watch your 360 footage in VR

  • Wear your Oculus Quest Headset and Launch Meta Quest TV or another Video Player
  • Navigate to Your Media to access your uploaded footage
  • Adjust player settings to play in 360 2D mode