Frequently Asked Questions        
           
  What are some of the features I can have in my virtual tour?        
  How much does a virtual tour cost?        
  How long does it take to create a virtual tour?        
  What file format does an interactive360 virtual tour come in?        
  What is a 360 degree panoramic image?        
  How do I get started and what is the process?        
           
 

 

 
 

What are some of the features I can have in my virtual tour?

Custom Template Design – We understand the effort and importance you have put into branding yourself from your competition that is why we believe in designing a custom virtual tour template to match you and your brand from your logo and color scheme right down to every last detail.

Hotspots – Hotspots are clickable spots within the scene that allow the viewer to display more information about the environment as well as create more interaction with the viewer. These hotspots are a great way to display individual still photos, audio files, videos, maps, floor plans, information on specific scene elements, as well as much more.

Navigation Arrows / Buttons – Navigation Arrows or Navigation Buttons are clickable spots within the scene that allow the viewer to navigate the environment as if they were standing there deciding which way they wanted to go. With these buttons the viewer is able to move seamlessly from one location to another.

Embedded Video – Embedded Video is another way to reinforce your message and objectives in a virtual tour.  Sometimes nothing can quite communicate your message in the same way a video can. A unique thing about our embedded videos is that they can be integrated into the project in several different ways. You can have the video popup within the template or we can actually embed the video directly inside the virtual tour scene, so the video appears on a TV, projector screen, computer monitor, jumbotron, or some other media device. 

Background Music / Voice-over – Audio elements are a great way to add that finishing polish to any project.  Through audio you can engage more of your prospect’s senses resulting in a more complete experience. Often times the client will have the voice-overs developed and sent to us and then we will program them into the virtual tour.  The reason many clients do this is because they already have a voice that they use for other marketing pieces, so they want to keep that continuity and branding. We do not specialize in voice-overs, so we have third parties providers provide these services for us if needed.

Interactive Map or Floor Plan – Interactive Maps (Google Maps) and Floor Plans are an ideal way to help your prospect become more familiar with the layout or location of your business / organization. With the addition of navigational elements to the map or floor plan the viewer can now navigate from scene to scene by clicking the hotspots they see on the map or floor plan. Radar hotspots can also be used to help the viewer decipher which direction they are looking on the map or floor plan while rotating the scene.

Video Conversions – Video Conversion exports the 360 degree scenes into video format. With this conversion the scenes now become compatible for integration into other marketing pieces.

Flash Drive / CD Rom Export – With Flash Drive / CD Rom Export we are able to place your complete virtual tour on a media storage device which does not require an internet connection. You can now use your virtual tour at tradeshows, meetings, presentations, or even send it directly to your prospects.

Hosting – Hosting is a great tool that allows our clients to integrate their virtual tours with their website in a seamless manner without having to get really technical. Our hosting packages include: storage of all files, updates to text information requested by client, client access to web traffic reports, maintenance to virtual tour files, and troubleshooting if virtual tour is affected by updates to Adobe Flash. 

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How much does a virtual tour cost?

interactive360's virtual tours are 100% customized for each and every client. Every project is different and in order to give our clients the best price, we need to know specific needs. Price can vary depending on the services requested. Typically the cost is related to:

 
  a) The number of 360 degree images and still images desired.
b) The number of extra features desired; (hotspots, interactive maps, interactive floor plans, music, etc.).
c) The amount of time required on location.
d) The possibility of travel expenses.
 
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  How long does it take to create a virtual tour?        
           
  Depending on the number of 360 degree images and the amount of customization desired, a client can expect to have their virtual tour within 3 to 10 business days. Please allow more time for very complex tours.  
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  What file format does an interactive360 virtual tour come in?        
           
  All of interactive360's virtual tours are flash compatible. Over 98% of web users currently use flash, making your virtual tour viewable by almost everyone. If the user does not have flash they will be prompted to download the flash viewer in order to see your virtual tour. We currently do develop IPAD friendly virtual tours in HTML5, but some of the features that are supported in Flash are not compatible yet with HTML5. If you are interested in IPAD virtual tours please let us know.  
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  What is a 360 degree panoramic image?        
           
  A 360 degree panoramic image is an image which allows someone to view the image in all directions (left, right, up, and down).  
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  How do I get started and what is the process?        
           
  The best way to get started is to contact us. After speaking with you and determining your needs and answering any questions, an outline of the project will be developed. Once the outline of the project is agreed upon, preliminary design elements will be discussed as well as determining where the panoramic images will be shot. At a convenient time we will come and shoot the panoramic images. We will then start the design of the tour. Once the images and the tour layout are approved the project will move into final design. This is where any changes by interactive360 and you, the client, are made. Once the final virtual tour is approved the tour will be finalized. The virtual tour will be uploaded to our servers and you will be provided with a link. If you chose to host the virtual tour on your site, arrangements will be made.  
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