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Using Oculus Apps and Features

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How do I download new content for my Oculus Go?

You can download new content from the Oculus Store on your phone or directly on your Oculus Go. Whenever you buy or download something, it’ll show up in your Oculus Library.

To download new content:

From your Oculus Go:
  1. Select Store from the bottom menu.
  2. Select what you want to download.
  3. Use your pointer to select the price to buy it, or select Free if it’s a free download.
From your phone:
  1. Open the Oculus app and tap Store from the bottom menu.
  2. Tap what you want to download.
  3. Tap the price at the top to buy it, or tap Free if it’s a free download.

Note: If you experience trouble downloading new content to your Oculus Go, put your Oculus Go headset on and check the Not Installed section of your Library to view content you've added or purchased that hasn't finished downloading yet.

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How do I check how much storage space is left on my Oculus Go?

If you're unable to download new apps or transfer files to your Oculus Go, you may not have enough storage space left on your headset.

To check how much space is left on your Oculus Go:

  1. Turn on your Oculus Go and put on your headset.
  2. Select Settings from the bottom toolbar menu.
  3. Select See All.
  4. From the Device tab, find Storage to see how much space is left on your Oculus Go headset.

To check how much space is needed to download content from the Oculus Store:

  1. Open the Oculus app on your phone.
  2. Find and tap on the content you'd like to download to your Oculus Go.
  3. Scroll down to find the amount of space is needed.

Note: You can increase available space on your Oculus Go by uninstalling apps from your library.

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Oculus Video
How do I use Oculus Video on Oculus Go?

Oculus Video lets you watch trailers, movies, or your own videos in a variety of virtual environments on your Oculus Go.

To download Oculus Video:

  1. On your Oculus Go, select Search from the bottom right of your home screen toolbar.
  2. Type Video into the search field and select Go.
  3. Select Oculus Video and then Download.

You can watch the following things in Oculus Video:

  • New Videos: Watch new featured 360 videos.
  • Entertainment: Watch 360 videos about movies, TV shows, apps and more.
  • Travel & Nature: Watch travel and nature videos from around the world.
  • News & Documentary: Watch newsworthy and educational videos.
  • Horror: Watch scary 360 videos.
  • Thrills: Watch adventurous and exciting videos.
  • Movies: Watch featured or purchased movies and movie trailers.
  • My Videos: Watch movies you've taken on your Oculus Go or movies you've transfered to your headset.

To watch a video in Oculus Video:

  1. Turn on your Oculus Go and put on your headset.
  2. From the home screen toolbar, select Library.
  3. Select Oculus Video to open the app.
  4. Select a video category in the left menu, then select the video you'd like to watch.

Notes:

  • You need a WiFi connection to watch some videos.
  • Purchased videos are available for streaming and are not downloadable.
  • Some mp4 videos may have unsupported audio formats that won’t work in Oculus Video.

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What formats does Oculus Video support for Oculus Go?

Oculus Video supports the following formats:

Video:
  • mp4
  • m4v
  • 3gp
  • 3g2
  • webm
  • mkv
  • wmv
  • avi
Audio:
  • mp3
  • aac

Note: Some mp4 videos may have unsupported audio formats that won’t work in Oculus Video.

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Oculus TV
How do I use Oculus TV on Oculus Go?
How do I use Oculus TV?

Oculus TV allows you to watch TV and entertainment in VR. Browse the library of immersive video and immersive animations or open your favorite channel. Oculus TV also provides shortcuts to standalone TV and entertainment apps and tells you when new content is available.


Launching Oculus TV

To open Oculus TV on your Quest 2 or Quest:

  1. Bring up your universal menu by pressing the Oculus button on your right Touch controller.

  2. Select to open your apps panel.

  3. Select TV to launch Oculus TV.

Watching TV

You can watch TV from the following apps directly in Oculus TV:

  • Facebook Watch : Watch Facebook videos, including Facebook shows, videos from friends and Pages you follow and top live and recommended videos. You can also revisit the videos you've watched or shared on Facebook.

  • Pluto TV: Watch free TV and movies in VR. You can watch over 100 live channels and thousands of movies from NBC, CBS, Bloomberg, Paramount and Warner Brothers and exclusive channels like Pro Wrestling Channel, Anime All Day, Food TV, and live college sports channels.

  • Red Bull TV: Watch live events, action sports, and music and entertainment videos from world adventurers. Red Bull channels include Music, Snow, GoPro, Bike, Water, Esports and more.

  • Neverthink TV: Watch a variety of videos from the internet. Neverthink TV Channels include LOL, Comedy, Learn Something, Memes, World Cup, WTF, and YOLO.

You can open the following standalone apps from Oculus TV:

  • Netflix

  • Prime Video VR

  • ESPN

  • FandangoNow

  • SHOWTIME

  • SHOWTIME ANYTIME

  • ...and more

Notes:

  • Pluto TV, SHOWTIME and SHOWTIME ANYTIME are only available in the US.

  • You must be 18 years or older to use Pluto TV and Neverthink TV.

  • Facebook Watch requires logging in with your Facebook account.


Logging into Oculus TV Apps
Facebook Watch

If you log into your Oculus device with your Facebook account, you'll automatically be logged into Facebook Watch.

Pluto TV

An account for Pluto TV is not required. To create or log into a Pluto TV account:

  1. Open the Oculus TV app, then press Channels.

  2. Press the Pluto TV app.

    • If prompted, install the Pluto TV app.

  3. From the left menu, select Activate and follow the onscreen instructions.

Viewing your media

To view your own photos or videos that you've saved on your Quest 2 or Quest headset:

  1. Bring up your universal menu by pressing the Oculus button on your right Touch controller.

  2. Select to open your apps panel.

  3. Select TV to launch Oculus TV.

  4. Select Your Media to view photos and videos you have saved on your headset.

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Casting and Streaming
Cast with Oculus Quest 2, Quest and Oculus Go

When you cast, you're able to stream your headset's VR picture to a mobile phone or a TV with casting enabled.

Before you begin casting, make sure your Oculus headset and Chromecast device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Keep in mind that some apps may not allow casting.

Cast to Chromecast

  1. Put your headset on and press oculus icon on your controller to open the universal menu.

  2. Select Sharing then select Cast.

  3. Select the Chromecast device you want to cast to.

  4. Select Start.

A red dot will appear in VR to indicate that casting has started. You can stop casting at any time from the Sharing menu or the Oculus mobile app.

Cast to your phone

To cast to your phone, you'll need to download the Oculus mobile app.

  1. Put your headset on and press oculus icon on your controller to open the universal menu.

  2. Select Sharing then select Cast.

  3. Select Start.

  4. On your phone, select the notification to open the Oculus app and begin casting.

    • If you already have the Oculus app open on your phone, select Start Casting from the in-app prompt.

Cast to your computer

  1. On your computer, go to oculus.com/casting with Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge and log in to your Oculus account.

  2. Put your headset on and press oculus icon on your controller to open the universal menu.

  3. Select Sharing then select Cast.

  4. Select Computer then select Next.

    • If you don't see your computer listed, make sure that your headset and computer are on the same Wi-Fi network.

  5. Select Done.

Cast from the Oculus mobile app to Chromecast

  1. Open the Oculus app on your phone.

  2. Select in the top right of your screen.

  3. Under Cast From, select the headset you'd like to cast from.

    • Make sure it says Connected under your listed headset.

  4. Under Cast To, select This Phone or the Chromecast device you want to use.

  5. Tap Start at the bottom of your screen, put your headset on and accept the in-VR prompt to start casting.

Stop casting from your headset

  1. Press oculus icon on your controller to open the universal menu.

  2. Select Sharing then select Cast.

  3. Select Stop Casting.

Known issues

  • TVs with built-in Chromecast or other smart functionality may be supported, but compatibility cannot be guaranteed with all models.

  • You may experience issues when casting and recording simultaneously.

  • Exiting or minimizing the Oculus app may interrupt casting.

  • Casting may increase battery usage or degrade in-app performance.

To get help troubleshooting your Chromecast device, visit Google's Chromecast Help page.

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Passwords and Security
How do I change my Oculus password?

Depending on how you log in to Oculus you will need to change your Facebook password or change your Oculus password.

If you log into Oculus using your Facebook account

If you log into Oculus with your Facebook account, you can change your Facebook password.

If you log into Oculus using your Oculus account

If you haven't merged your Facebook and Oculus accounts, you can change your Oculus password using the Oculus app.

To change your password using the Oculus mobile app:

  1. Open the Oculus app on your phone.

  2. Tap Settings, then tap Change Oculus Password.

  3. Enter your old password, your new password, and your new password again to confirm.

  4. Tap Save to save your new password.

To change your password using the Oculus PC app:

  1. Open the Oculus app on your PC.

  2. Select Settings in the left menu.

  3. Under Account, click Password.

  4. Enter a new password and then enter your old password to confirm the change.

  5. Click Submit.

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How do I reset my Oculus account PIN?

The PIN that you create for your account is used to verify your identity and to simplify purchasing in the Oculus store. Because the PIN is associated with your account, all of your Oculus devices share the same PIN.

If you forgot your PIN

If you forgot your PIN, you can request an email with a link to reset it from the Oculus website.

  1. Go to your profile on Oculus.com.

  2. Click Security in the left menu.

  3. Next to PIN, click Edit.

  4. Next to Save, click Forgot Pin.

  5. Click Request PIN Reset.

  6. Follow the instructions in the email to reset your PIN.

Note: It may take some time for the email to arrive. If you don't see it in your inbox after a few minutes, check your spam folders for an email from no-reply@mail.oculus.com. You can also request another email by repeating the steps above.

If you remember your PIN and want to change it

To change your Oculus PIN using the Oculus PC app:

  1. Open the Oculus app on your computer.

  2. Select Settings in the left menu.

  3. Below Account, click Oculus PIN.

  4. Enter a new PIN and then enter your password to confirm the change.

  5. Click Submit.


To change your Oculus PIN using the Oculus mobile app:

  1. Open the Oculus app on your phone.

  2. Tap your profile picture in the top right.

  3. Tap Account Settings.

  4. Enter your current PIN, then enter your new PIN and tap Submit.


To change your Oculus PIN using the Oculus website:

  1. Go to your profile on Oculus.com.

  2. Click Security in the left menu, then click Edit next to PIN.

  3. Enter your current PIN, then enter your new PIN and click Save.


To change your Oculus PIN using the Oculus app for Samsung Gear VR:

  1. Open the Oculus app on your phone.

  2. Tap More and then tap Reset Oculus PIN.

  3. Enter your password, then enter your new PIN and tap Save.

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How do I set an unlock pattern for my Oculus Go?

You can set your Oculus Go to require an unlock pattern when you power on or wake your device.

To set an unlock pattern for your Oculus Go:

  1. Open the Oculus app on the phone connected to your Oculus Go headset.
  2. Tap Settings in the bottom menu.
  3. Tap the headset connected to your phone.
  4. Tap More Settings.
  5. Tap Unlock Pattern.
  6. Use your finger to "draw" the unlock pattern you'd like to use, then tap Create.
  7. "Draw" the same pattern to confirm, then tap Confirm.
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Headset and Controllers
How do I update my Oculus Go software?

Your Oculus Go headset will update automatically when connected to Wi-Fi and turned on. To make sure your Oculus Go software updates automatically, make sure to:

  • Ensure your headset is charged, turned on, and connected to Wi-Fi.
  • Allow your headset to sit on a flat surface without moving the headset or blocking the inside sensor for an extended period of time.

Note: Your Oculus Go will not update automatically while turned off.

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How do I use the toolbar menu in VR on Oculus Go?

From Home on your Oculus Go, you can navigate the store, access content, and control basic settings and features.

Using the toolbar, you can view and adjust the following things:

  • Navigate
    • Home: Return to your home screen.
    • Library: View your library of apps and games.
    • Store: Browse the Oculus Store to download and purchase apps and games.
    • Browser: Open a web browser to access websites.
    • Gallery: Use Oculus Gallery to view your photos and videos in VR.
    • Search: Search for content on your Oculus Go.
  • People
    • Profile: View your profile.
    • Friends: View your friend list, requests, and parties.
    • Events: Browse and save upcoming events.
  • Sharing
    • Go Live: Share your current view in Oculus Go live on Facebook.
    • Record Video: Record a video of your current view in Oculus Go.
    • Take Photo: Take a photo of your current view in Oculus Go.
    • Share Photos: Share photos you've taken in VR on your Oculus Go to Facebook.
  • Notifications: See new notifications.
  • Settings
    • Brightness: Control screen brightness.
    • Volume: Control volume.
    • Reset View: Reset the angle and orientation of your view while using Oculus Go.
    • Wi-Fi: Select your network and turn Wi-Fi on or off.
    • See All: See additional settings options.
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What do the different lights mean on my Oculus Go headset and controller?

Depending on the color and whether they're solid or blinking, the lights on your Oculus Go headset and controller will indicate the following:

Headset
ColorStateIndication
Red SolidLow Battery (Less than 15%)
White SolidScreen is On
White BlinkingOculus Go is Rebooting
Blue BlinkingConnecting to App
Purple BlinkingFactory Reset
Orange SolidHeadset is Starting Up
Headset is Plugged In
Green SolidBattery is Charging (Above 95%)
Orange SolidBattery is Charging (Below 95%)

Controller

The Oculus Go controller will blink and then light up when you are pairing your controller.

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How do I recenter my headset or controller when I'm using Oculus Go?

Both your headset view and controller orientation can be reset or recentered at any time while using your Oculus Go.

To reset your view:

  1. With your Oculus Go headset still on, press and hold the back button on your Oculus Go remote to open the Universal Menu.
  2. Select Reset View.
  3. Move your head to your preferred position, ensuring the screen view feels natural and comfortable.
  4. With your head in the preferred position, click the Trigger button on your Oculus Go remote to set your position.

To reset your controller orientation:

  1. With your Oculus Go headset still on, point your controller straight ahead and press and hold the Oculus button until your controller orientation resets.

If you continue experiencing problems, power down your Oculus Go and power it back on again before trying again.

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How do I turn my Oculus Go off?

To turn off your Oculus Go headset:

With your headset off:

  1. Press and hold your power button for 10 seconds.

With your headset on:

  1. Press and hold the power button until you see a shut down menu in VR.
  2. On the shut down menu, select Power off.
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How do I set up a gamepad with Oculus Go?

You can use Bluetooth 3.0 class 2 gamepads with your Oculus Go.

To connect a gamepad to your Oculus Go:

  1. Turn on your Oculus Go and open the Oculus app on your phone.
  2. Tap Settings from the bottom menu.
  3. Tap the headset you'd like to connect the gamepad to, then wait for your phone to connect to your headset.
  4. Tap Controller from the drop down menu.
  5. Tap Pair New Controller.
  6. Tap Pair Gamepad
  7. Turn on your gampepad and turn on bluetooth discoverability on the gamepad.
  8. On your phone, tap the gamepad you'd like to connect to your Oculus Go.
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