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Install Run on Quest

Amanda Watson edited this page Jan 21, 2024 · 2 revisions

Required Tools:

  1. Meta Quest 2 or Meta Quest 3

  2. PC with a USB connection

Installation Instructions: 

  1. Enable Developer Mode:

    1. Create or log into an account at Oculus Developer.

    2. Navigate to 'Manage' and set up an 'Organization'.

    3. Agree to the terms and conditions.

    4. Open the Oculus app on your smartphone paired with the Quest headset.

    5. Select 'Settings', then select your headset and tap 'More Settings'.

    6. Tap 'Developer Mode' and toggle it on.

  2. Connect Quest to PC: Use a USB cable to connect your Quest to the PC. If it's the first time, you might need to allow USB debugging in your headset.

  3. Install CitraVR.apk using SideQuest:

  1. Download and install SideQuest on your PC.

  2. Launch SideQuest on your PC.

  3. Install CitraVR.apk:

    1. Drag and drop the 'CitraVR.apk' file onto the SideQuest window.

    2. SideQuest should automatically recognize and install the APK to your Quest headset.

Alternate Methods:

  • Using Meta Quest Developer Hub (MDQH):
  1. Download and install the Meta Quest Developer Hub.

  2. Launch the Meta Quest Developer Hub.

  3. Install CitraVR.apk:

    1. Navigate to the ‘OS’ tab.

    2. Under ‘Application Management’, use the ‘Install APK’ option to browse and select your 'CitraVR.apk' file.

    3. Confirm the installation and wait for the process to complete.

  • Using Android Debug Bridge (adb)
  1. Download the Android SDK Platform Tools for your platform.

  2. Extract the downloaded file to a folder on your PC.

  3. Navigate to the folder where ADB is extracted.

  4. Open Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (Mac/Linux) in this folder.

  5. Install CitraVR.apk:

    1. In the command line interface, type ‘adb devices’ to ensure your Quest is connected and recognized.

    2. install the APK by typing adb install path/to/CitraVR.apk (replace path/to/CitraVR.apk with the actual file path to your 'CitraVR.apk').

  1. Disconnect Quest from PC: Once the installation is complete, disconnect the Quest from your PC.

Running CitraVR:

  1. Access Unknown Sources:

    1. Put on your Quest headset.

    2. Navigate to 'Library' in the bottom menu.

    3. On the top right, select the dropdown menu and choose 'Unknown Sources'.

  2. Launch CitraVR:

    1. Find 'CitraVR' in the list of unknown sources.

    2. Select it to launch.

  3. Configure Settings (Optional):

    1. Adjust settings as necessary for optimal performance.
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