What is Live Mode?
Live Mode is VirtualPools' augmented reality (AR) feature that places a true-to-scale 3D pool directly into your client's actual garden.
Using your iPad's or tablet’s camera, you create an immersive experience where you and your client can walk around the design, adjust it in real time, and see exactly how the pool will look in their space before construction begins.
How does Live Mode work?
1. Scan the environment
Move your tablet slowly around the garden to let the app understand the space. Devices with LiDAR (like iPad Pro) provide the most accurate results.
Best practices:
- Scan in good lighting
- Keep the camera clean and unobstructed
- Walk around to capture the full area
2. Place the pool
Once scanned, a transparent pool model appears.
- Move your tablet to adjust the position
- Tap “Place” to fix it
- Reposition or rotate anytime if needed
Once the environment is scanned, a transparent pool model appears. You can:
- Adjust its location by moving the tablet
- Tap "Place" to fix it in position
- Change position and rotation anytime after placement
For detailed instructions: 3. Using Live Mode in VirtualPools
Watch the Tutorial on YouTube:
Updated on: 27/02/2026
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