Face tracking

General Discussion
#1

Hi
I am currently using the new face tracking element in Zap Studio - this is working great but does anyone know if you can also add framing elements to the scene? By this I mean static objects that grip the side of the frame?

Thanks

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#2

Hi @technology,

By framing elements, do you mean add a frame into the scene that is relative to the screen and not tracked?

Like this for example (Download ZPP here - Face Paint ZapWorks.zpp)-

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If so, then the above is created by adding a PNG image with the middle deleted, into a scene (must be PNG for transparency reasons). Then, selecting on the image in the hierarchy and changing the ‘relative to’ property to Z.Screen.

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Z.Screen relativity means that the image will now be positioned in 2D space and not in the 3D view. You can find out more information on relative to properties here - Coordinate Systems.

If I have misunderstood the question, then please do explain further and we can let you know if this is possible using our tools! :slight_smile:

George

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#3

Hi yes that’s exactly what I mean, thanks. Can buttons be added to that 2d space?

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#4

Hi @technology,

Great! :slight_smile:

Anything with ‘Z.screen’ set as it’s ‘relative to’ property will be positioned in 2D space, much like the frame seen above.

This is a fantastic way to create UI for an experience!

We have a video explaining this is more detail, be sure to check that out - UI: Coordinates Systems.

Hope this helps.

George

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#5

Thanks, what I don’t totally understand is how something like this, which acts as a frame, can adapt to the different dimensions of device screens. is there an answer to that?

Best

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