Tips & Tricks

Best Practices

Optimizing your smartphone for 3D scanning is all about managing light and movement. Following these best practices will significantly improve the accuracy and "cleanliness" of your digital twins.

How to properly scan an object

Step 01. Detect the surface 0:00

Point your camera at the surface near your object until you see a white layer appear.

Tap on that surface to set your scanning plane, keeping your product centered inside the square.

Then, tap "Next."

Step 02. Adjust the bounding box 0:08

You'll see a bounding box form around your object — adjust it so it fits perfectly.

When you're ready, press the red button to start scanning.

Step 03. Scanning 360 around the object 0:12

Position the camera directly above the object, keeping it parallel to the surface to achieve a true top-down view.

Move slowly and steadily around the product, following the yellow tiles while keeping the object fully visible in the frame at all times.

Do not crop or cut off any part of the object — it must remain completely on screen throughout the capture.

Step 04. Final adjustments 0:15

Once every tile is validated, adjust the box one last time if needed, then tap "Next" to confirm.

Lighting

Do
01

Diffused Lighting: Use a neutral even white or studio light source.

02

Controlled Intensity: Avoid overly bright lights to prevent "light burn" or loss of surface detail.

03

High Angles: Prioritize high-angle lighting that illuminates the product without appearing directly on your screen during the capture.

Avoid
01

Block Backlight: windows or strong light sources behind the object.

02

Clear the Frame: Keep all lamps and stands out of the camera's view.

External Environment

Do
01

A still environment: make sure no one is moving around the objects during the scan.

02

Rich Environments: Use spaces with varied colors and objects.

03

Break Up White Walls: Add different color items to plain studio walls or remove white/plain studio screen.

Avoid
01

Uniformity: Avoid plain white or solid-colored backgrounds.

Scanning Surface Setup

Do
01

Matte only: Use a non-reflective surface for accurate depth.

02

Textured/multi-colored/wood: Detailed or patterned backgrounds work very well.

Avoid
01

No white/glossy: Avoid mirrored, white or reflective surfaces.

Product type

Avoid
01

Avoid Transparent Items: Do not scan glass, clear plastic, or translucent materials.

02

No Reflective Materials: Avoid metallic, mirrored, or highly polished items.

Product Placement

Do
01

Clean item: it will appear in the scan exactly as it looks in person.

02

Waist level position: Place the product at waist level for the most comfortable and stable scanning angle.

03

360° Clearance: Ensure there is enough unobstructed floor space to walk completely around the item.

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