How to enable hand tracking on the Meta Quest 3S

The Meta Quest 3S allows you to enable hand tracking and control the headset using only your hands, without controllers. This intuitive feature uses the headset’s cameras to detect your gestures and hand movements accurately. Here is how to proceed step by step.

1. Enable hand tracking in settings

1. Press the Meta button on the right controller to open the universal menu.
2. Select the “Settings icon” in the bottom dock.
3. In the side menu, go to “Movement Tracking”.
4. Select “Hand Tracking”.
5. Enable the “Hand and Body Tracking” option by toggling the switch.

2. Use gestures to navigate

Once hand tracking is enabled, set your controllers aside and place your hands in front of the headset. You can use the following gestures:

• Pinch to select an item.
• Swipe to scroll through menus.
• Point to interact with the interface.

3. Optimize the tracking experience

For precise tracking:

• Use the headset in a well-lit environment.
• Avoid fast or abrupt gestures.
• Clean the headset sensors regularly.