In LiquidEarth, real-time collaboration empowers users to interact with shared Spaces and their content simultaneously, irrespective of their geographical location or the device they are using. This feature enables multiple users to explore, manipulate, annotate, and discuss data and models in the same space synchronously. It creates an environment akin to being physically present together in the same room, fostering effective communication and teamwork.

There are several key elements of real-time collaboration in LiquidEarth, as described in the following.

• Shared Spaces: Users collaborate within shared spaces, which can be shared through an integrated function within the app or via Public Sharing Link.
• Live Sessions: Collaborative sessions automatically initiate when two or more users open the same space. Users can currently disable this Auto-Join Live Sessions via the collaboration controls panel in the top bar.
• User Avatars**:** Each participant is represented by a 3D user avatar. This avatar indicates the device the user is employing, displays their username, and provides information about their audio and microphone settings for voice chat.
• Voice Chat: LiquidEarth supports voice chat for live audio communication between users. Audio and microphone settings can be adjusted via the collaboration controls panel.
• User Pointers: Each user has a pointer resembling a laser pointer. If a user clicks or taps a location, the pointer will be highlighted for other users.
• Real-Time Cloud Synchronization: During real-time collaborative sessions, any changes made to the shared space - such as adding annotations or transforming content - are immediately synchronized and visible to all participating users.
• Cross-Platform Collaboration: A distinct advantage of LiquidEarth lies in its cross-platform approach. This cross-device compatibility means a user on a desktop PC, another on a tablet, and yet another employing an XR headset can all interact in real time, experiencing the same content and engaging with each other as if in the same physical space.

How to Start Collaborating in Real Time

Here is a short step-by-step guide on how to initiate a real-time collaboration session in LiquidEarth:

1. Open LiquidEarth App: Start by launching the LiquidEarth application on a device of your choice.
2. Choose a Space: Navigate to the desired Space you want to collaborate within. This could be a space you've created yourself or one that has been shared with you.
3. Invite Collaborators: To invite others, use the in-app function to share the space, or share a public link with the desired participants. Please note that you can only share a space if you are the Owner.
4. Manage Settings: Access the collaboration controls panel to make sure Auto-Join Live Sessions is activated. Here, you can also adjust audio and microphone settings for voice chat.
5. Load the Space: Load the space into your 3D Workspace. The collaboration session starts automatically when two or more users are present.
6. Start Collaborating: Begin exploring, manipulating, annotating, and discussing data and models within the shared space. Remember, changes are instantly synchronized and visible to all participating users.
7. Communicate: Utilize the built-in voice chat for real-time communication. Adjust audio settings as needed via the collaboration controls panel. Use your pointer to highlight specific points for others in the space.
8. End Session: To leave the collaboration session, simply exit the space.

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