Quest 3 Settings, Tips & Tricks You NEED to Know

If you have a Quest 3 or are planning to get one, these essential settings, tips and tricks for the Meta Quest 3 will help you get started and have the best VR experience on your new headset. These are all beginner friendly Quest 3 tips, so anyone can and should use them on their device.
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[@VRManCave]

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[@JohnHuszar]

The official Q3 charging station is compatible with that grips? Controllers still chargeable wirelessly ?

[@VRManCave]

@@JohnHuszar Sadly no. As far as I'm aware the only grips that work with the dock are the official ones, but I much prefer the feel of these ones from AMVR since they're ruberized and give me a better grip on the controller overall. I still use the dock to store them, but they don't charge. That being said, AA batteries seem to last quite a while so I don't mind.

[@user-lj7ni6gp8s]

It would be a big help to we viewers, if you added tab breaks and titles for those chapters, so that we can get to the information that we need, in a hurry. Thanks.

[@DailyBeatings]

If you use a bluetooth controller make sure you go to the gamepad setting and turn off the cursor feature otherwise you have to press different button combinations every time you pick up the controller to make all the buttons work again.

[@VRManCave]

Great tip, thanks so much for taking the time to share that! ❤️

[@nickname2446]

With the latest update the Quest 3 settings does not allow changing the refresh rate. Please post a new video showing how this can be set.

[@VRManCave]

The refresh rate for Quest native is now dynamic. If you want to change the refresh rate manually, check out this video of mine to see how to change it on a game by game basis: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqSZiWaPrq-Lgrcsi=_6flhkAbqZZEt3ay

[@Salt_Life.]

When I go to turn on 120 hertz it dosent show me the option to turn it on and just shows me night display. PLEASE HELP

[@Still-Victory]

Same here. It doesn't show that option.

[@manonfire5001]

@@Still-Victory any fix on le problem?

[@tkayrareking-]

Same, But he did say do it within supported apps so that’s probably why.. Or he has the older software 🤷🏾‍♂️.

[@johnfowler518]

Hi, we are new to the VR world. The only thing i am struggling with is streaming what i am looking at my wife can see on the tv or vice versa. I have gone to camera option and the only thing available is to live stream? Is that it? Would you mind explaining how to do this please? Many thanks and fantastic advice for us newbies!! 😂👍👍

[@VRManCave]

Sure I’m happy to help! You can easily stream to any Chromecast enabled TV or even to a web browser using oculus.com/casting page. In both cases, in the camera menu you will need to select Cast, then select whichever device you want to cast to from the list that appears. Hope that helps!

[@faziolifairmont8125]

ABOUT the calorie counter: There are new studies and breakthroughs in science such as Pontzer's. And its explained also by kurzgesagt. It seems that people are born with a certain metabolism. People tend to spend that energy, and they also tend to stop burning it. If you burn more, you will not be able to sustain it and your immune system will break down or you will no longer grow. It is therefore the case that people with a high metabolism are predisposed to more physical exertion and therefore an athletic build. It is almost negligible that someone with a normal metabolism burns more calories due to muscle mass. The difference in daily calories burned is mainly innate. It seems that you have to make do with your innate metabolism. Hunters and office workers both burn 2,500 calories per day. Regardless of muscle mass and physical activity. It is therefore not recommended to exercise so that you can eat more. The most important thing is that you eat according to the needs of your metabolism. If you consume more calories, you cannot compensate with exercise. So the calorie counter should not be used. Instead eat less.

[@cipri198zero]

Best charger and cable for Quest 3 are the ones from the Quest 1. Used these for my Quest 2 and 3 with no problems, also I play alot while charging without affecting the battery life too much, its not noticeable. Still own the Quest 1 which was used to extreme and battery life is still kicking the Q2/3 arses. Until now Q1 is still the best build quality, no drifting on the controllers, charger and cable are all amazing. But yeah, I do choose the Q3 because of the design and visuals. If you can get your hands on the Q1 charger and cable, thats a perfect match.

[@VRManCave]

That's some great feedback, thank you for sharing it and for watching the video! I haven't owned a Q1 myself, but will start hunting for a Q1 charger now that you mentioned it :)

[@benjiebarker]

quest optimizer is the best

[@VRManCave]

I agree, and I'm actually working on a full video about it right now 😁

[@the.apocalypse.is.69]

Is there a sitting to keep the screen moving with you when you are walking instead of them, being stationary in the room?

[@VRManCave]

Not by default but there is a screen pinning option in Immersed I believe.

[@thatsmyrc]

Awesome tips 👍🏼👍🏼

[@VRManCave]

@@thatsmyrc thanks so much, glad you found the video helpful!

[@paulm1606]

Great vid! Good to see your still doing well Andy😁👍

[@VRManCave]

Thanks so much Paul, long time no see! I'm doing well yes, hope you are too!

[@paulm1606]

@@VRManCave Just trying to 3d print a bigger bracket for the on ear headphones i won from you so i can put them on my Q3🤣

[@chrispitchforth621]

You can also get some controller grips that just replace the battery door.

[@VRManCave]

Yeah I actually have that version too, but I prefer the ones I showed in the video because they just offer a rubberized surface all around the controller. They feel better and also protect the controller more.

[@chrispitchforth621]

@@VRManCave the ones I got were rubber-coated and texturised. Gives a nice firm feeling in your palm. Thanks for a great video. My old ones from my quest two don't have that hole so now I now they won't work with the new handsets.

[@thatsmyrc]

How do you exit any game on the quest 3? New to the VR world any help I would appreciate it very much 🙏🏼👍🏼

[@VRManCave]

@@thatsmyrc just short press the Meta button on your right controller and Quit :)

[@QuicK905]

great tips thanks mate

[@VRManCave]

Glad you found them useful, thanks for watching! ❤️

[@SebaZero]

Is it possible to make the virtual monitors move with your head (stick to your view) instead of keeping in the virtual space? I'm looking for a solution to read when I walk in my treadmill and avoid that my head movement makes the screen go up and down from my eyes' vision. Maybe this one or another AR glasses you can recommend for that

[@VRManCave]

Well, for VR headsets that could be solved with software. I think Immersed might offer that option. Otherwise I have a couple of reviews for AR glasses, which display a screen that moves with your head by default and they’re much lighter weight too.

[@SebaZero]

@@VRManCave OK, I saw your reviews on Rokid Max and Rayneo Air, but as far as I can see, the examples you show in your reviews regarding screens are those that stick to the virtual space and don't move with your head. Do you remember any of them having that as an option? How do you call that feature (move with your head)? Thank you

[@steveweave2797]

I'm finding a lot of tips about playing the quest while seated for the quest 2... but nothing on the quest 3. The quest 2 has certain settings in certain menus for the purpose, but they don't align with the menus and options available for the quest 3. How about a video specifically for setting up the quest 3 for seated players, such as wheelchair bound or just plain old couch potatoes? Thanks.

[@VRManCave]

The operating system and game settings are identical between Quest 2 and Quest 3, so all the videos you've seen should be fully available for the Quest 3 as well. I've actually recently released a video going over a list of games that works great seated: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y52kkoiZjdOkmKs

[@pastuh]

06:35 purchased Lens Cleaner Spray for VR headsets, and it works great.

[@VRManCave]

First of all thanks for watching the video all the way through, appreciate the support! Yeah you're free to still use cleaning products, that's just the official recommendation. If there is ever any small space around your lenses, liquid could get inside and you'll never be able to get it out. Hopefuly that never happens! :)

[@fernando_rosa]

[Question] When I'm watching videos in VR the App screen (the one you use to select the video you want to watch) appears time to time for no reason. I must press the trigger outside that window to get ride of it. This is a bug? There is a way to avoid that?

[@VRManCave]

It might be because you have hand tracking enabled, so whenever you move your hand a bit, it's like moving the "mouse", so it makes that screen appear. Try either disabling hand tracking or just keep your hands lower, outside of the cameras view.

[@Still-Victory]

Thanks for all comments. Only wrong statement was about charging the battery. Li-ion batteries don't have a memory. They don't need regular full discharge and charge cycles to prolong life. It's actually the contrary: the smaller the discharge (low DoD), the longer the battery will last, the more cycles it will be able to do.

[@thebackyardairgunner8776]

Potato 3 for the win !

[@VRManCave]

Hahaha, for sure, best brand there is! 🤣

[@desorpr]

How you passtrue is so crispy

[@VRManCave]

Well, two things I’d say: 1. It usually looks a bit better on the recording than it does in headset, and 2. I have studio lights that are bright and give off very “clean” light, which helps the quality of the passthrough a lot.

[@calme_steven]

i cant open the headset settings on my phone, do you know why? i also want to be able to put on dev mode for sidequest.

[@zeenxdownz]

connect with bluetooth and have your headset on

[@calme_steven]

@@zeenxdownz oh thanks, im gonna try it when i go to my fathers house

[@zeenxdownz]

@@calme_steven np, what happened?

[@calme_steven]

@@zeenxdownz oh they just broke up when i was 5, they dont hate eachother and they still have communication.

[@zeenxdownz]

@@calme_steven ..what

[@andregotz]

Phone notifications have not been working for many of us, if you have any tips on how to fix it, it would be great

[@VRManCave]

Mine weren't working either but all I did was uninstall and reinstall the app on my phone and everything is working fine now.

[@andregotz]

@@VRManCave thank you. I will try that.

[@andregotz]

@@VRManCave did not work. I tried multiple times.

[@axeltestori]

Hi, you talked about crossby pcvr games...i bought Into The Radius on Quest 3, does it mean i could have it on Steam VR for free ??

[@VRManCave]

Heya! So if the game features crossbuy, then you'll get it on the Oculus Rift Store, not on Steam. Crossbuy is a feature strictly for Oculus headsets, so you get it on both Quest native and PCVR, but on the Oculus platform.

[@kampveyaban]

When I wear my Quest 3 glasses during the day, the inside of the room is very blurry.There is a lot of graining problem.How can everything in your room be seen clearly without being blurry?

[@VRManCave]

The passthrough cameras are not great and need a lot of light to make the image look clear enough. I had all my studio lights on full blast when recording for this video, so that's why it looks good :)

[@philpointer1329]

No audio lag on the Pluto tv app but through the big screen app it does, I also have a problem with youtube vr videos keep stopping even though my Internet speed is fine

[@marialuoana]

This is so useful, learned a lot, thanks, what have you missed? I cant thing of anything, it covers a looot!!

[@VRManCave]

Thanks so much for watching! Yeah I did cover a lot, but there's always more to come!

[@jamiesmith1261]

My quest 3 has a crosshair how do I turn it off

[@terrestrial-VR]

as far as I know, I'm the first person that reported the trigger and Oculus button recording methods just like another tip I'm giving today, those are all common knowledge, I got a tip better than all of them combined. as long as you have voice command enabled under settings, you can double tap the Oculus/Meta button on the right controller and power off your headset after double tapping the Meta button just say "power down headset" and it will say are you sure, you just say "yes" and it will power down the headset, additionally if you double tap the Oculus/meta button you also can control the volume turning it anywhere from 1 to 10. 10 being 100% volume...

[@fefescaife]

How can I adjust my foot position or the direction of the game especially when exercising. My coach is always behind me or the targets are always in the opposite direction of my preference

[@VRManCave]

Just long press the Oculus/Meta button on your controller and it will reset everything to face the right way depending on where you're facing.

[@fefescaife]

thank you so much@@VRManCave

[@MrandMrsRan]

How can you fix blurry vision on meta quest3? Thanks

[@VRManCave]

That’s a very generic question. What is blurry exactly? Everything? Or just the passthrough? VR is by default a tiny bit blurry compared to a monitor or TV, but if it’s really blurry, maybe you need prescription lenses?

[@MrBa143]

Making sure your battery is drained before charging it, that was only a thing for old batteries back in the day. Pretty sure this is not really a thing anymore with todays technology.

[@efeoktay244]

What do you think about keeping it on original charger while playing?

[@VRManCave]

It’s one of the few ways you can actually keep it fully charged while playing, so I’d say it’s a good idea if you enjoy longer sessions.

[@Golgafrinchamdent]

Is there any way to align the guns with the controllers better? It seems that in several games, when I hold the Q3 controllers in a natural grip, guns are always pointed slightly outward rather than in line with my forearm. It's affecting my aim, and I never had this issue with the Rift cv1. I've been rotating the controllers in my hands to compensate, but it's uncomfortable and they always find their way back to the natural grip.

[@VRManCave]

Sadly this is something only the developers can implement. Some games do have that option to realign but I’m having the same issue as you in many others. Not exactly sure how something like this can just be overlooked during development but here we are. I’ve had the same issue with Q2 as well in the past.

[@GeorgeKarolemeas369]

I haven’t noticed anything too much. I haven’t tried that game. But I didn’t notice a difference in Pistol Whip 🤷🏻

[@brandonbanker4661]

Question when I try to download a game but I set the head set down to say go cook or bathroom I come back and the download resets. Any way to fix that?

[@VRManCave]

The headset should just go into sleep mode and continue downloading by default. You can use ADB commands to disable the proximity sensor, but that will mean the headset stays on when you take it off so it will drain the battery way quicker.

[@maryellenhonkomp1082]

I do not have the option under display. All I have is night mode on and off

[@jwaifu_]

the boundaries is so bad thanks for the idea of the mat

[@Astro_Enderman]

How do i improve my pass trough cameras quality so i can see clearer

[@VRManCave]

Sadly you can’t. There will probably be improvements via software but the cameras are just not high res enough to be a lot clearer.

[@Muhammad-oe2oh]

When using the record function. it has your mic off as default, how do I have this on as default so the quick record becomes a useful feature?

[@VRManCave]

Sadly I haven't found a workaround for having the mic on by default, but I generally record my audio separately anyway since it gives me more flexibility in editing. Thanks for the feedback though, I've shared it with my contact at Meta, so if you ever see that showing up in the Camera Settings, know it came from you :)

[@LibtardsTears]

How do you move the main settings bar that's always stuck at the bottom? Can't seem to be able to drag it around

[@VRManCave]

There’s a “handle” when you move your pointed underneath it.

[@thetide215]

i don't see the phone notifications setting

[@fifis677]

I'm more concerned about how not to cast to my pc. Any game I run when using pcvr automatically casts to my screen and eats up my gpu.

[@VRManCave]

You can just set the in-game resolution to something like 480p. It will only affect the preview window and will dramatically cut down on resource usage without changing anything for you in VR.

[@fifis677]

@@VRManCave I'll try that. Thank you!

[@MaxPowerHouse23]

Are the AMVR controller grips compatible with the Quest 3 charging dock? Also, you mentioned charging tips towards the end, I leave mine on my Quest Dock like how you have it in the background so is that not good? I thought that is what that charging dock was designed for so that you can leave both the headset and controller on there for convenience. It appears that you do the same.

[@VRManCave]

Unfortunately the AMVR grips don't work with the dock. I still use the dock to store them, but it doesn't charge the controllers with the grips on sadly. Regarding the dock, yes I leave my Quest 3 on it all the time. I've honestly heard both takes on it, but it would be kinda ridiculous for the dock to damage the battery long term, as that would defeat the purpose of having a dock, right? :))

[@MaxPowerHouse23]

@@VRManCave Thanks for responding. I’ve heard the same and I had a suspicion about the controller grip. That’s the problem with the dock, I love it and it looks great but any type of third party options for the headset like a front shield cover or grips for the controllers won’t work with it-for charging. I have always bought some type of plastic front cover for my headset and based on how the headset sits on the dock there is no way that one can be put on. Just waiting for maybe vinyl stickers with cool designs to buy for it. I’m mainly concerned about the headset looking dirty and dingy after a while since it’s white. Well it’s a new thing thing on the marketplace so in due time more third party stuff will be available. One more thing. Do you charge your BOVO headset B2 battery on the dock or separately. I’ve heard some say not advisable, some say it’s fine it will charge the headset and the BOVO battery while attached to the headset on the dock. What’s your take on that? I’m getting my BOVO M3 soon and wanted to know if it will charge the battery pack while attached to the headset while sitting on the Quest 3 Dock or should I just charge the BOVO battery separately.

[@LucidRadio7]

I don’t know if there is a fix for this but my quest 3 thinks my eyes are on the upper half of the lens so when I try to use things such as nvgs they will cover the top half of my screen and it renders them unusable, so I’m hoping there is a way to fix this but I’ve checked settings and I can’t find anything. Please help.

[@SolidBold00]

Why is there no 120 hz option in my settings?

[@SpudHead42]

Did you actually get phone notifications to work? I don’t know anyone who has.

[@VRManCave]

Yeah they work fine. I personally keep them off as I like to be distraction-free when in VR, but they do work.

[@Danb_56767]

I’m not sure if you know how to turn it off but for sum reason on my quest 3 the boundary shows in the video but on my quest 2 it never did that!

[@Ameer.a99]

Is there something I need to turn on to use the photo or recording shortcut on the controller? I tried both clicking and holding trigger button while holding oculus button and it’s not working for me

[@VRManCave]

Not as far as I'm aware, no. It might be a bit finicky until you get the timing right, as of course holding the Meta button for too long without pressing trigger will just reset your view. For the screenshot you can just press both simultaneously, but for recording I've noticed you need to just very slightly press the Meta button earlier than the trigger. So you press the Meta button and then immediately after start holding the trigger. Play around with it, it should work!

[@Ameer.a99]

@@VRManCave yea I tried both, even screenshots aren’t working. I tried pressing two at the same time, tried holding oculus button then trigger, tried trigger then oculus but nothing is working 😂

[@eissaalazemi8167]

Why i have 60 fps only

[@syan1450]

0:22 so my Mata Quest just have Nightdisplay there ...... nothing else

[@JOlivier2011]

Your shelves are backward

[@VRManCave]

What do you mean backwards? :)))

[@JOlivier2011]

see the curved trim piece at the top of the shelving in the back? You have it facing the wall. That is supposed to face out. It covers the seam between the metal downpillar and metal cross beam and softens that sweet industrial look just a tad. Functionally it makes no different if you aren't securing the shelf to the wall. (mine is not attached to the wall either)@@VRManCave

[@deltasierratango127]

It's actually inside out

[@sebastianfernandez6146]

💀💀💀

[@VRManCave]

@@JOlivier2011 It’s actually from IKEA and identical on both sides. I thought it was backwards too but it has all the same holes and everything on both front and back 😄

[@bluaddition8582]

I don’t see phone notifications.

[@q_w8k260]

What about 3D movies، do you advise Quest 2 or 3 ?

[@VRManCave]

Funny you should ask, cause I'm actively working on a video about that. But in short, if you're strictly interested in 3D movies and nothing else, then a pair of AR Glasses might be a better and cheaper alternative. But if your options are Quest 2 and Quest 3, then the Q3 definitely looks way better due to the new lenses and screens. That being said, if you're on a budget, the Quest 2 still produces great results for 3D movies, it's just a bit less comfy and has less clarity.

[@q_w8k260]

@VRManCave thanks for help. Yea I'm really interested about 3D , I will buy quest 3. & I'm really excited about review 3D quest 3.🫶🏼❤️

[@GeorgeKarolemeas369]

The 2 is far from outdated. Dont let the mixed reality on the 3 allow you to think your missing out. It’s going to be another year before it’s out of beta mode. The 2 is still very much magical. For 3D movies you’ll find the finest 3D I’ve ever experienced. Imax size screens

[@q_w8k260]

@georgekarolemeas1371 thank u, i didn't buy any one. I searched & found the Quest 3 better in resolution. I thought before that there was no difference but quest 3 It is the option.

[@Purplemonkeboi]

I don't see 120hz on display

[@tomleith3546]

Phone notification setup does not work. App just spins and never completes setup

[@VRManCave]

Maybe try reinstalling the Meta Quest app on your phone? It works fine for me.

[@WorknTheVerse]

@@VRManCave @tomleith3546 Same here - just the spinning and it never completes setup. Tried uninstalling/reinstalling the Meta Quest app, connecting my iPhone to the Q3 via Bluetooth and no joy. I thought maybe since I was connected to my Q2 it would only allow one connection. Removed the Q2 connection and still no luck.

[@kingarcy16]

Slow tf down when it comes to images Jesus

[@VRManCave]

Haha fair enough. Tutorials are boring by nature so I’m just trying to keep them fun to watch. Most people enjoy my editing style but I will definitely keep your comment in mind, thanks for watching!

[@TasiKxng]

useless

[@VRManCave]

Your comment? Indeed, I agree 🤣

[@nickname2446]

SYSTEM DISPLAY DOES NOT ALLOW ADJUSTING REFRESH RATES. DUE TO THE LATEST UPDATE THIS OPTION HAS BEEN REMOVED. @SolidBold00 Why is there no 120hz option in my settings? GREAT QUESTION RIGHT!

[@VRManCave]

Because it’s now dynamic refresh rate. If you want to still be able to change it manually, check out my Quest Games Optimizer video.

[@Ohmygod317]

Can we cast my phone screen on meta 3? Please

[@VRManCave]

Not quite cast your entire phone but you can get notifications from your phone.