Getting Started with 360° Virtual Tours

Virtual tours have revolutionized how we experience spaces remotely. In this guide, we walk you through the essentials of creating your first 360° virtual tour — from capturing panoramic photos to publishing an interactive experience. ## What You Need - A 360° camera or a DSLR with a panoramic head - Stitching software to create equirectangular images - A hosting platform like VAG ## Step 1: Capture Your Panoramas Position your camera at key points in the space. For best results, keep the camera at eye level and use a tripod. Take multiple exposures for HDR if lighting varies. ## Step 2: Stitch and Process Use software like PTGui or Hugin to stitch your images into seamless equirectangular panoramas. Export at the highest resolution possible. ## Step 3: Upload and Configure Upload your panoramas to VAG, set up camera positions, and add interactive hotspots to guide viewers through the space.