How does the Unity plugin work?
The Looking Glass Unity plugin allows developers to create, preview, and display holographic content in real time on Looking Glass displays. It works by rendering multiple perspectives of a 3D scene and packaging them into a Quilt format, which the display then uses to create a lifelike 3D effect.
Key Features of the Unity Plugin
✅ Real-Time Holographic Previews – Developers can see their 3D scenes on a Looking Glass display as they build, without needing to export files.
✅ Multi-View Rendering – The plugin automatically generates up to 100 different perspectives of a 3D object, simulating depth and realism.
✅ Quilt Rendering – Converts Unity camera views into a tiled format (Quilt) that Looking Glass displays use to project 3D content.
✅ Supports Interactivity – Works with real-time applications, allowing for interactive 3D experiences.
✅ Compatibility – Works with both URP (Universal Render Pipeline) and HDRP (High Definition Render Pipeline) in Unity.
How to Use the Unity Plugin
- Install the Plugin – Download and import the Looking Glass Unity package from the Looking Glass website or Unity Asset Store.
- Add the HoloPlay Camera – Replace your standard Unity camera with the HoloPlay Capture prefab to generate multiple depth views.
- Adjust Settings – Fine-tune parameters like depth, focal plane, and view count to optimize the 3D effect.
- Preview on the Display – Connect your Looking Glass display and enable Live Preview to see real-time changes.
- Build & Export – Create a standalone application or export your scene as a Quilt image/video for playback on a Looking Glass device.
Supported Unity Versions
The plugin typically supports recent versions of Unity, but checking the official Looking Glass SDK documentation ensures compatibility with your project.