Using Feedforward to Reveal Interaction Possibilities in Virtual Reality

Explore a groundbreaking approach to enhancing user interactions in virtual reality through a 15-minute conference talk at CHI 2024. Delve into the concept of feedforward and its application in VR environments to improve user experience and interaction with unfamiliar objects. Discover how this technique previews available actions and outcomes before interaction, addressing challenges in multistep interactions, perceived interactivity, and discoverability. Learn about the design space of feedforward in VR, its implementation in real-world applications, and gain insights from an evaluation conducted with VR experts. Walk away with 15 practical guidelines for implementing feedforward in VR, equipping you with valuable knowledge to create more intuitive and user-friendly virtual experiences.