The WooCommerce Product View in AR plugin provides customers with a way to interact with your products through augmented reality.
As a business owner, there is a chance that you might want to upload 3D models of your products and in order to do that, the plugin supports the following file formats
- .glb: Commonly used in Android devices.
- .usdz: Common in iOS devices.
These formats guarantee that the 3D models will be rendered as intended and that customers should be able to access them without any issues, regardless of the device they are using.
Steps to Upload 3D Model Files for AR View #
1. Open Products Page #
- Log into your WordPress Admin dashboard and scroll to Product View in AR → Products.
- You’ll find a list of every product available in the WooCommerce store.
2. Search for Specific Products #
- Look for the item which requires a 3D model. You can find it with the help of the search bar located at the top of the page.
- Use the product or variation names to search if needed.
3. Insert 3D Model Files #
- Select the desired product from the list that appears.
- After that, simply click on the corresponding Upload 3D Model button to open a window for easy media upload.
- In the media uploader:
- For Android: Upload the .glb formatted product file.
- For iOS: Upload the .usdz formatted product file.
4. Assign Files to Products #
- After the files are uploaded, they will be displayed in the products list.
- Make sure all the files selected for the product are the correct ones, or else it may cause issues in rendering the model.
Sample Files for Quick Reference #
To assist you in developing or testing your 3D models, the plugin contains sample .glb and .usdz files. These sample files can be obtained directly from the plugin’s configuration page or support documentation.
What Is Their Purpose? #
- Files that outline the correct format and structure such guides are useful in achieving ideal results.
- Helpful in testing various functionalities of AR technology at the setup stage.
Where Can You Find It? #
To download the files, go to Product View in AR → Products and locate the provided sample files download link in the top notification.
Best Practices: Optimizing File Size for Faster Loading #
- Preferably, less than 5MB is needed for improved performance on mobile devices.
- Use compressing tools like Blender or Sketchfab to reduce file size without affecting its quality.
- Always test the 3D model files before uploading them to ensure the model renders and interacts correctly.
- While texturing the model, users can add lightweight textures that are visually appealing but require longer loading times.
- Ensure your 3d models are realistic, meaning that they have accurate dimensions so that the AR experience is plausible.
Following these steps and best practices will make it possible to successfully upload 3D model files to the WooCommerce Product View in AR plugin, which will enhance the shopping experience for your clients.
If any problem arises, you are more than welcome to ask our support team for help!
