Beauty, apparel, supply chain, and many industries are using AR filters to promote new lines and products. But what are AR filters, exactly? By definition, AR filters are overlays that are placed on top of the real world using a smartphone or tablet. Well, you could have learned that with a 10 seconds query on ChatGPT. What interest us here, is . how can one create AR filters without having a technical background So, allow me to introduce you to the ultimate guide on how to create your next AR filter, in less than 10 minutes. Step 1: Find a 3D object that you would like to see yourself wearing There are plenty of 3D libraries out there, with sunglasses, hats, and beards that you can download for free. Note, that you will need a or a file for it to work. .obj .gtlf To name a few resources: Sketchfab Turbosquid CG Trader GrabCAD Step 2: Download and Install Meta Spark Studios I found that one of the most user-friendly tools out there to create AR filters is You can download it via . (it’s free) Meta Spark Studio. this link After opening the application, You will be prompted to sign into your Meta Account. Step 3: Choose a template Once you have signed into your account, you will be able to access the Meta Spark Studios dashboard. This is where you will create and manage your AR filters. The next step is to choose a template for your AR filter. Since we’re using sunglasses let’s try a for this tutorial. “face template” Step 5: Upload your 3D model into Meta Spark Studio To import your model, simply drag your .OBJ file onto the viewport. Step 6: Adjust the 3D Object As you can see when you first import your asset, it does not look quite right. No panic, you can adjust the position, rotation, and scale of your object in the 'Inspector Panel.' Make use of various effects, such as or , to enhance the interactivity of your filter. face trackers plane trackers Step 7: Export your filter When you’re fully satisfied with your creation, click “Publish”. Step 8: Test it At that point, the Meta Spark Hub will automatically appear in your browser. Select which account you wish to be designated as owner, then click save. A “ ” option will appear, rewarding all the time spent tweaking the model. Test on Device You can either send a notification to your account or copy and paste a link that anyone can access from their iPhone. Step 9: Publish it Once you are happy with your preview, you can publish your filter. This will make it available to other users to try out. And that's it! You have now created an AR filter. Click here to access our AR filter! Conclusion More than a novelty, AR filters can , allowing your customers to picture themselves wearing your items before buying them. bring your product ideas and concepts to life And if you want to take it to the next level, here is another article I wrote: . How to use Augmented Reality to pitch your next consumer product, step by step

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