Introduction
The Viewer is the interface used by people with a published Swyvl link to explore your projects. It allows viewers to interact with maps, points of interest, and 360 virtual tours, providing a seamless way to explore detailed spatial data and immersive virtual experiences.
This guide explains how to navigate the Viewer and interact with the published content.
Navigating the Map
Core Interactions
Pan the Map:
Left-click and drag your mouse to move the map in any direction.
On touch devices, drag with your finger.
Rotate the View:
Middle-click and drag your mouse to rotate the map view.
Alternatively, press CTRL + Left-click and drag.
Zoom In/Out:
Use the scroll wheel on your mouse or pinch in/out on a touch device.
Select Points of Interest:
Click on map markers or icons to open details or access 360 photo tours.
Layers and Options:
Use the layer control in the upper-right corner to switch between different map views or enable additional data layers.
Navigate To:
Select from predefined locations to jump directly to key points of interest.
360 Photo Tours
Entering and Navigating a Tour
Enter Detailed View:
Click on a 360 Photo Tour hotspot on the map to open an immersive view.
Mouse Interaction:
Click and drag to look around the 360 view.
Use the navigation arrows to move between linked locations.
Touch Interaction:
Tap and drag to rotate the view.
Tap navigation arrows to move forward or to another location.
Keyboard Interaction:
Use the arrow keys to rotate the view left, right, up, or down.
Press . or , to move to the next or previous location.
Adjusting the 360 Photo Tour View
Close 360 Photo Tour:
Click the Close button in the top-right corner of the 360 view to return to the map.
Resize the Tour Window:
Press the 50:50 Split button to switch to a side-by-side view with the map.
Select the Full-Screen button to expand the 360 view to fill the entire Viewer.
Tips for Viewers
Use Search and Shortcuts: Quickly locate key areas by using the map’s search bar or predefined navigation points.
Explore Layer Options: Toggle map layers to reveal terrain, satellite imagery, or other data overlays.
Optimize Your Device: The Viewer works best on devices with updated browsers for smooth navigation and interaction.