Using GearVr controller on Windows with Bluetooth trackpad
Using GearVr controller on Windows with Bluetooth trackpad
Hey, Ive been trying to set up my GearVR controller as a trackpad/ multimedia controller in windows 10. I have tried UniversalControlRemapper but it fails to detect the controller whatsoever. There is also a github project for rebinding the buttons on it but I couldnt even install the program (.NET framework errors but my .NET is perfectly fine). My main interest is making use of the trackpad, binding a mouseclick to the trigger perhaps, and volume controls as the controller would be perfect for sitting on the couch watching a movie etc.
So far, I have just paired the controller via bluetooth to my PC, but cant recognise any inputs. Anybody got an idea?
Thanks!
The need for the GearVR controller trackpad to mimic a Windows 10 touchpad is being verified. Perhaps A-Frame?
Here are relevant resources:
- https://aframe.io/docs/1.3.0/introduction/
- Windows Touchpad Gestures as a foundation: https://www.makeuseof.com/windows-11-tou...ure-guide/
- Mapping guidelines: https://www.thewindowsclub.com/list-of-t...in-windows
You’ll require code that interprets input from the GearVR device, identifies it, matches it to a corresponding touchpad command list, and then carries out the appropriate action.
For instance, a trigger pull on the GearVR sends data to the Windows system, which then interprets "trigger pulled" as performing a gesture like "mute the volume."
Powershell’s Get-TouchPad cmdlet could be useful.
FYI: https://www.sconstantinou.com/get-touchpad/
Thanks for the feedback! It would have been easier if I had looked for these materials independently. Seems it's now time to study HTML!
Keep it basic—adjust volume or mute as needed.
If a script works for one GeaVR button, it can serve as a model for other commands.
Always back up the code you test.
If it fails, remove the file, add changes, and save again.
This saves a lot of typing...