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Community:AudioLink

2024-11-29T14:12:52Z

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|name=AudioLink
|author=llealloo
|github=llealloo/audiolink}}

'''AudioLink''' is a Unity-based audio reactive system designed for VRChat, allowing avatars and world environments to visually respond to music and other audio inputs. It operates by analyzing audio in real time and using GPU processing to distribute amplitude and frequency data to [[Community:Terminology#Shader|shaders]]. This data can be applied to different elements in VRChat, including avatar shaders and environmental objects, enabling dynamic visualizations that match the audio's rhythm and intensity.

==Features==

*'''Real-Time audio analysis''':
**AudioLink processes live audio data and converts it into multiple data streams. These streams contain frequency information (bass, mids, treble), making it possible to create visuals that move in sync with the audio's beat and intensity.
*'''Shader integration''':
**AudioLink is compatible with VRChat's shaders, allowing developers to create reactive effects on avatars and worlds. It works with popular shader packs like [[Community:Poiyomi_Shaders|Poiyomi Shaders]], Mochie's Unity Shaders, and others.
* '''GPU-based processing''':
**AudioLink uses the GPU for efficient signal processing, ensuring that the visuals keep up with the audio without lag. The audio data is rendered to a texture (_AudioTexture), which is then used by shaders to create synchronized animations.
*'''Flexible installation''':
**AudioLink can be installed through the VRChat Creator Companion (VCC) or VRChat Package Manager, or by downloading the Unity package for custom setups. This flexibility allows it to be used across various platforms beyond VRChat.
*'''Cross-avatar and world compatibility''':
**AudioLink is designed to work not only in VRChat worlds but also across all avatars within a world. This means you can have synchronized audio-reactive effects on multiple avatars at once.
*'''Open-source and customizable''':
**Available on GitHub, AudioLink is open-source, meaning developers can modify and expand upon it. This makes it ideal for creators looking to tailor the system for unique effects.

==Installation==

#Download and install the [[VRChat_Creator_Companion|VRChat Creator Companion]], open it up.
#Add your project to the VCC:
#*If you want to create a new project, use the "New" option in the "Projects" tab and follow the steps there.
#*If you want to use an existing project, use the "Add" option in the "Projects" tab and follow the steps there.
#Open the Projects tab and select your project. If you have never used the VCC with the project, use the "Migrate" button to upgrade it.
#On the right side, find the AudioLink package and add it. If it doesn't show up, make sure you have the "Curated" toggle enabled in the top-right drop-down.
#At this point, the installation is done. To open your project, you can use the "Open Project" button in the VCC.

Community:Sign language in VRChat

2024-11-18T21:23:28Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: Reverted edits.

{{Stub|Please expand and proofread headings, in accordance to the [[VRCWiki:Manual of Style|Manual of Style]].}}

'''Sign language''' is a silent method of communication between users in VRChat. There are many users on VRChat who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, and/or are able to communicate through signed languages.

== Language support ==
VRChat supports numerous languages within their User Interface. There are ongoing efforts to support more languages for the platform. In addition, VRChat allows a user to display one's known languages, and signed languages on their bio.

* English
** American Sign Language (ASL)
** Auslan (ASF) [Australian]
** British Sign Language (BSL)
** New Zealand Sign Language (NZS)
* French
** Langue des signes française (FSL)
* German
** Deutsche Gebärdensprache (DSE) [German]

* Dutch
** Nederlandse Gebarentaal (GSG) [Netherlands]
* Japanese
** 日本手語 (JSL)
* Korean
** 한국 수화 언어 (KSL)
* No Linguistic Content (ZXX)

== Sign language methods ==
[[File:VRChat Oculus Controls.png|thumb|A visual demonstration of hand gestures that can be made in VRChat, using Meta and Oculus controllers.]]
Expressing sign language in VRChat is possible, but can be limited, due to the lack of variation with finger control, such as crossing fingers on controllers. It is also possible to utilize hand and finger tracking within VRChat to communicate better with sign language.

=== With controllers ===

==== Using gestures ====
By default, using VRChat on controllers will allow access to eight gestures on an [[Avatars|avatar]]. Despite the limitations, interpretations of sign language can still be communicated through these controllers. The eight gestures are as follows:

* Normal
* Open (splayed)
* Victory
* Point
* Finger gun
* Thumbs up
* Fist
* Rock 'n' roll

Using these combinations of gestures makes it possible to convey many words, phrases, and sentences to other users.

==== Without gestures ====
Some controllers, like the Index Knuckles, do not use gestures. Instead, each controller has sensors for each finger, which can sense each finger to show if it's open, closed, or in between, like a lever. Using a controller in this manner makes it possible to express different words and phrases in sign language, which gestures cannot provide.

It is also optional for other controllers to emulate hand control without gestures in a similar manner, with more limited capability, such as less control on the middle, ring, and little finger.

=== With hand tracking ===
VRChat offers hand tracking support for many headsets, which allow for more finesse and versatility using hand and finger movements that controllers cannot replicate.

== Communities ==
Users in the VRChat community have created different groups for deaf, and hard-of-hearing people to gather. Some users in VRChat also teach different sign languages. For example, educational courses and meet-and-greets are hosted by some of these groups, which aim to teach users how to practice communicating in sign language.

==== Examples of accessibility groups ====

* [https://vrc.group/FRDEAF.4948 FRDeaf] (FRDEAF.4948) [French]
* [[Community:Global Sign Language Community]]
* [[Community:Helping Hands]]
* [https://vrc.group/SLTONI.8021 The Silent Oni] (SLTONI.8021)
* [https://vrc.group/ASLHSR.1444 Star Rail ASL] (ASLHSR.1444)

==== Examples of accessibility worlds ====

* [https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_f995b68d-990c-4622-a990-fe84293b7319 D-School Global Sign Language] (world link)
* [[Community:Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)|Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)]]
* [https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_2147b034-c6e9-4919-b74a-a0c81b596d95 MrDummy_NL's Sign＆Fun v5] (world link)

== Official resources ==

* [https://creators.vrchat.com/platforms/pc/steamvr-drivers/ SteamVR Skeletal Hand Tracking Driver Guide] on docs.vrchat.com

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0I2Ec4JsrE Quest 2 Finger Tracking] on YouTube

== Community resources ==

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7xs4VOaC4w ''The Deaf and Hard of Hearing of VRChat''] by Twice, on YouTube.
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6CPWBdLAiE ''The VRChat Dialect of Sign Language''] by The Virtual Reality Show, on YouTube.
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-vYOlN5qQY ''The Hidden World of Sign Language in VR''] by Ikenna, on YouTube.
* ''[https://vrsl.withdevon.xyz/ Devon's VRChat Sign Language Resource for Helping Hands] VRChat Sign Language Resources, by Devon''

=== Media coverage ===
There has been some external media coverage regarding sign language within VRChat.

* [https://www.gamerevolution.com/news/617632-deaf-vrchat-players-asl-sign-language-index-vr ''Deaf VRChat players are inventing their own sign language''] by GameRevolution, on November 18, 2019.
* [https://www.gamesradar.com/while-meta-is-still-working-on-introducing-legs-vrchat-has-finger-tracking-technology-so-that-sign-language-can-be-used/ ''VRChat gets finger tracking good enough for sign language''] by GamesRadar, on October 31, 2022.
* [https://www.thegamer.com/vrchat-sign-language-support/ ''Social Game VRChat Provides New Possibilities for Sign Language Support''] by TheGamer, on October 31, 2022.
* [https://www.uploadvr.com/vrchat-native-hand-tracking-pc/ ''VRChat Now Has Support for Hand Tracking on PC''] by UploadVR, on August 14, 2024.

== See also ==

* [[Social]]
* [[Groups]]
* [[Community:Mute]]
* [[Community:Culture]]

[[Category:Culture]]

Community:Sign language in VRChat

2024-11-18T21:11:22Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: /* Language support */ Minor corrections

{{Stub|Please expand and proofread headings, in accordance to the [[VRCWiki:Manual of Style|Manual of Style]].}}

'''Sign language''' is a silent method of communication between users in VRChat. There are many users on VRChat who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, and/or are able to communicate through signed languages.

== Language support ==
VRChat supports numerous languages within their User Interface. There are ongoing efforts to support more languages for the platform. In addition, VRChat allows a user to display one's known languages, and signed languages on their bio.

* English
** American Sign Language (ASL)
** Auslan (ASF) [Australian]
** British Sign Language (BSL)
** New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL)
* French
** Langue des signes française (LSF)
* German
** Deutsche Gebärdensprache (DGS) [German]

* Dutch
** Nederlandse Gebarentaal (NGT/SLN) [Netherlands]
* Japanese
** 日本手語 (JSL)
* Korean
** 한국 수화 언어 (KSL)
* No Linguistic Content (ZXX)

== Sign language methods ==
[[File:VRChat Oculus Controls.png|thumb|A visual demonstration of hand gestures that can be made in VRChat, using Meta and Oculus controllers.]]
Expressing sign language in VRChat is possible, but can be limited, due to the lack of variation with finger control, such as crossing fingers on controllers. It is also possible to utilize hand and finger tracking within VRChat to communicate better with sign language.

=== With controllers ===

==== Using gestures ====
By default, using VRChat on controllers will allow access to eight gestures on an [[Avatars|avatar]]. Despite the limitations, interpretations of sign language can still be communicated through these controllers. The eight gestures are as follows:

* Normal
* Open (splayed)
* Victory
* Point
* Finger gun
* Thumbs up
* Fist
* Rock 'n' roll

Using these combinations of gestures makes it possible to convey many words, phrases, and sentences to other users.

==== Without gestures ====
Some controllers, like the Index Knuckles, do not use gestures. Instead, each controller has sensors for each finger, which can sense each finger to show if it's open, closed, or in between, like a lever. Using a controller in this manner makes it possible to express different words and phrases in sign language, which gestures cannot provide.

It is also optional for other controllers to emulate hand control without gestures in a similar manner, with more limited capability, such as less control on the middle, ring, and little finger.

=== With hand tracking ===
VRChat offers hand tracking support for many headsets, which allow for more finesse and versatility using hand and finger movements that controllers cannot replicate.

== Communities ==
Users in the VRChat community have created different groups for deaf, and hard-of-hearing people to gather. Some users in VRChat also teach different sign languages. For example, educational courses and meet-and-greets are hosted by some of these groups, which aim to teach users how to practice communicating in sign language.

==== Examples of accessibility groups ====

* [https://vrc.group/FRDEAF.4948 FRDeaf] (FRDEAF.4948) [French]
* [[Community:Global Sign Language Community]]
* [[Community:Helping Hands]]
* [https://vrc.group/SLTONI.8021 The Silent Oni] (SLTONI.8021)
* [https://vrc.group/ASLHSR.1444 Star Rail ASL] (ASLHSR.1444)

==== Examples of accessibility worlds ====

* [https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_f995b68d-990c-4622-a990-fe84293b7319 D-School Global Sign Language] (world link)
* [[Community:Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)|Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)]]
* [https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_2147b034-c6e9-4919-b74a-a0c81b596d95 MrDummy_NL's Sign＆Fun v5] (world link)

== Official resources ==

* [https://creators.vrchat.com/platforms/pc/steamvr-drivers/ SteamVR Skeletal Hand Tracking Driver Guide] on docs.vrchat.com

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0I2Ec4JsrE Quest 2 Finger Tracking] on YouTube

== Community resources ==

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7xs4VOaC4w ''The Deaf and Hard of Hearing of VRChat''] by Twice, on YouTube.
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6CPWBdLAiE ''The VRChat Dialect of Sign Language''] by The Virtual Reality Show, on YouTube.
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-vYOlN5qQY ''The Hidden World of Sign Language in VR''] by Ikenna, on YouTube.
* ''[https://vrsl.withdevon.xyz/ Devon's VRChat Sign Language Resource for Helping Hands] VRChat Sign Language Resources, by Devon''

=== Media coverage ===
There has been some external media coverage regarding sign language within VRChat.

* [https://www.gamerevolution.com/news/617632-deaf-vrchat-players-asl-sign-language-index-vr ''Deaf VRChat players are inventing their own sign language''] by GameRevolution, on November 18, 2019.
* [https://www.gamesradar.com/while-meta-is-still-working-on-introducing-legs-vrchat-has-finger-tracking-technology-so-that-sign-language-can-be-used/ ''VRChat gets finger tracking good enough for sign language''] by GamesRadar, on October 31, 2022.
* [https://www.thegamer.com/vrchat-sign-language-support/ ''Social Game VRChat Provides New Possibilities for Sign Language Support''] by TheGamer, on October 31, 2022.
* [https://www.uploadvr.com/vrchat-native-hand-tracking-pc/ ''VRChat Now Has Support for Hand Tracking on PC''] by UploadVR, on August 14, 2024.

== See also ==

* [[Social]]
* [[Groups]]
* [[Community:Mute]]
* [[Community:Culture]]

[[Category:Culture]]

Community:Sign language in VRChat

2024-11-18T21:07:37Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: /* Language support */

{{Stub|Please expand and proofread headings, in accordance to the [[VRCWiki:Manual of Style|Manual of Style]].}}

'''Sign language''' is a silent method of communication between users in VRChat. There are many users on VRChat who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, and/or are able to communicate through signed languages.

== Language support ==
VRChat supports numerous languages within their User Interface. There are ongoing efforts to support more languages for the platform. In addition, VRChat allows a user to display one's known languages, and signed languages on their bio.

* English
** American Sign Language (ASL)
** Auslan (ASF) [Australian]
** British Sign Language (BSL)
** New Zealand Sign Language (NZS)
* French
** Langue des signes française (LSF)
* German
** Deutsche Gebärdensprache (DGS) [German]

* Dutch
** Nederlandse Gebarentaal (GSG) [Netherlands]
* Japanese
** 日本手語 (JSL)
* Korean
** 한국 수화 언어 (KSL)
* No Linguistic Content (ZXX)

== Sign language methods ==
[[File:VRChat Oculus Controls.png|thumb|A visual demonstration of hand gestures that can be made in VRChat, using Meta and Oculus controllers.]]
Expressing sign language in VRChat is possible, but can be limited, due to the lack of variation with finger control, such as crossing fingers on controllers. It is also possible to utilize hand and finger tracking within VRChat to communicate better with sign language.

=== With controllers ===

==== Using gestures ====
By default, using VRChat on controllers will allow access to eight gestures on an [[Avatars|avatar]]. Despite the limitations, interpretations of sign language can still be communicated through these controllers. The eight gestures are as follows:

* Normal
* Open (splayed)
* Victory
* Point
* Finger gun
* Thumbs up
* Fist
* Rock 'n' roll

Using these combinations of gestures makes it possible to convey many words, phrases, and sentences to other users.

==== Without gestures ====
Some controllers, like the Index Knuckles, do not use gestures. Instead, each controller has sensors for each finger, which can sense each finger to show if it's open, closed, or in between, like a lever. Using a controller in this manner makes it possible to express different words and phrases in sign language, which gestures cannot provide.

It is also optional for other controllers to emulate hand control without gestures in a similar manner, with more limited capability, such as less control on the middle, ring, and little finger.

=== With hand tracking ===
VRChat offers hand tracking support for many headsets, which allow for more finesse and versatility using hand and finger movements that controllers cannot replicate.

== Communities ==
Users in the VRChat community have created different groups for deaf, and hard-of-hearing people to gather. Some users in VRChat also teach different sign languages. For example, educational courses and meet-and-greets are hosted by some of these groups, which aim to teach users how to practice communicating in sign language.

==== Examples of accessibility groups ====

* [https://vrc.group/FRDEAF.4948 FRDeaf] (FRDEAF.4948) [French]
* [[Community:Global Sign Language Community]]
* [[Community:Helping Hands]]
* [https://vrc.group/SLTONI.8021 The Silent Oni] (SLTONI.8021)
* [https://vrc.group/ASLHSR.1444 Star Rail ASL] (ASLHSR.1444)

==== Examples of accessibility worlds ====

* [https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_f995b68d-990c-4622-a990-fe84293b7319 D-School Global Sign Language] (world link)
* [[Community:Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)|Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)]]
* [https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_2147b034-c6e9-4919-b74a-a0c81b596d95 MrDummy_NL's Sign＆Fun v5] (world link)

== Official resources ==

* [https://creators.vrchat.com/platforms/pc/steamvr-drivers/ SteamVR Skeletal Hand Tracking Driver Guide] on docs.vrchat.com

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0I2Ec4JsrE Quest 2 Finger Tracking] on YouTube

== Community resources ==

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7xs4VOaC4w ''The Deaf and Hard of Hearing of VRChat''] by Twice, on YouTube.
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6CPWBdLAiE ''The VRChat Dialect of Sign Language''] by The Virtual Reality Show, on YouTube.
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-vYOlN5qQY ''The Hidden World of Sign Language in VR''] by Ikenna, on YouTube.
* ''[https://vrsl.withdevon.xyz/ Devon's VRChat Sign Language Resource for Helping Hands] VRChat Sign Language Resources, by Devon''

=== Media coverage ===
There has been some external media coverage regarding sign language within VRChat.

* [https://www.gamerevolution.com/news/617632-deaf-vrchat-players-asl-sign-language-index-vr ''Deaf VRChat players are inventing their own sign language''] by GameRevolution, on November 18, 2019.
* [https://www.gamesradar.com/while-meta-is-still-working-on-introducing-legs-vrchat-has-finger-tracking-technology-so-that-sign-language-can-be-used/ ''VRChat gets finger tracking good enough for sign language''] by GamesRadar, on October 31, 2022.
* [https://www.thegamer.com/vrchat-sign-language-support/ ''Social Game VRChat Provides New Possibilities for Sign Language Support''] by TheGamer, on October 31, 2022.
* [https://www.uploadvr.com/vrchat-native-hand-tracking-pc/ ''VRChat Now Has Support for Hand Tracking on PC''] by UploadVR, on August 14, 2024.

== See also ==

* [[Social]]
* [[Groups]]
* [[Community:Mute]]
* [[Community:Culture]]

[[Category:Culture]]

Community:Sign language in VRChat

2024-11-18T21:06:50Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: /* Language support */

{{Stub|Please expand and proofread headings, in accordance to the [[VRCWiki:Manual of Style|Manual of Style]].}}

'''Sign language''' is a silent method of communication between users in VRChat. There are many users on VRChat who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, and/or are able to communicate through signed languages.

== Language support ==
VRChat supports numerous languages within their User Interface. There are ongoing efforts to support more languages for the platform. In addition, VRChat allows a user to display one's known languages, and signed languages on their bio.

* English
** American Sign Language (ASL)
** Auslan (ASF) [Australian]
** British Sign Language (BSL)
** New Zealand Sign Language (NZS)
* French
** Langue des signes française (FSL)
* German
** Deutsche Gebärdensprache (DGS) [German]

* Dutch
** Nederlandse Gebarentaal (GSG) [Netherlands]
* Japanese
** 日本手語 (JSL)
* Korean
** 한국 수화 언어 (KSL)
* No Linguistic Content (ZXX)

== Sign language methods ==
[[File:VRChat Oculus Controls.png|thumb|A visual demonstration of hand gestures that can be made in VRChat, using Meta and Oculus controllers.]]
Expressing sign language in VRChat is possible, but can be limited, due to the lack of variation with finger control, such as crossing fingers on controllers. It is also possible to utilize hand and finger tracking within VRChat to communicate better with sign language.

=== With controllers ===

==== Using gestures ====
By default, using VRChat on controllers will allow access to eight gestures on an [[Avatars|avatar]]. Despite the limitations, interpretations of sign language can still be communicated through these controllers. The eight gestures are as follows:

* Normal
* Open (splayed)
* Victory
* Point
* Finger gun
* Thumbs up
* Fist
* Rock 'n' roll

Using these combinations of gestures makes it possible to convey many words, phrases, and sentences to other users.

==== Without gestures ====
Some controllers, like the Index Knuckles, do not use gestures. Instead, each controller has sensors for each finger, which can sense each finger to show if it's open, closed, or in between, like a lever. Using a controller in this manner makes it possible to express different words and phrases in sign language, which gestures cannot provide.

It is also optional for other controllers to emulate hand control without gestures in a similar manner, with more limited capability, such as less control on the middle, ring, and little finger.

=== With hand tracking ===
VRChat offers hand tracking support for many headsets, which allow for more finesse and versatility using hand and finger movements that controllers cannot replicate.

== Communities ==
Users in the VRChat community have created different groups for deaf, and hard-of-hearing people to gather. Some users in VRChat also teach different sign languages. For example, educational courses and meet-and-greets are hosted by some of these groups, which aim to teach users how to practice communicating in sign language.

==== Examples of accessibility groups ====

* [https://vrc.group/FRDEAF.4948 FRDeaf] (FRDEAF.4948) [French]
* [[Community:Global Sign Language Community]]
* [[Community:Helping Hands]]
* [https://vrc.group/SLTONI.8021 The Silent Oni] (SLTONI.8021)
* [https://vrc.group/ASLHSR.1444 Star Rail ASL] (ASLHSR.1444)

==== Examples of accessibility worlds ====

* [https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_f995b68d-990c-4622-a990-fe84293b7319 D-School Global Sign Language] (world link)
* [[Community:Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)|Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)]]
* [https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_2147b034-c6e9-4919-b74a-a0c81b596d95 MrDummy_NL's Sign＆Fun v5] (world link)

== Official resources ==

* [https://creators.vrchat.com/platforms/pc/steamvr-drivers/ SteamVR Skeletal Hand Tracking Driver Guide] on docs.vrchat.com

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0I2Ec4JsrE Quest 2 Finger Tracking] on YouTube

== Community resources ==

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7xs4VOaC4w ''The Deaf and Hard of Hearing of VRChat''] by Twice, on YouTube.
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6CPWBdLAiE ''The VRChat Dialect of Sign Language''] by The Virtual Reality Show, on YouTube.
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-vYOlN5qQY ''The Hidden World of Sign Language in VR''] by Ikenna, on YouTube.
* ''[https://vrsl.withdevon.xyz/ Devon's VRChat Sign Language Resource for Helping Hands] VRChat Sign Language Resources, by Devon''

=== Media coverage ===
There has been some external media coverage regarding sign language within VRChat.

* [https://www.gamerevolution.com/news/617632-deaf-vrchat-players-asl-sign-language-index-vr ''Deaf VRChat players are inventing their own sign language''] by GameRevolution, on November 18, 2019.
* [https://www.gamesradar.com/while-meta-is-still-working-on-introducing-legs-vrchat-has-finger-tracking-technology-so-that-sign-language-can-be-used/ ''VRChat gets finger tracking good enough for sign language''] by GamesRadar, on October 31, 2022.
* [https://www.thegamer.com/vrchat-sign-language-support/ ''Social Game VRChat Provides New Possibilities for Sign Language Support''] by TheGamer, on October 31, 2022.
* [https://www.uploadvr.com/vrchat-native-hand-tracking-pc/ ''VRChat Now Has Support for Hand Tracking on PC''] by UploadVR, on August 14, 2024.

== See also ==

* [[Social]]
* [[Groups]]
* [[Community:Mute]]
* [[Community:Culture]]

[[Category:Culture]]

Community:Global Sign Language Community

2024-11-14T02:27:15Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: /* References */ Removed link to GSLC Education discord as per request.

{{Noticebox/Community}}

'''Global Sign Language Community (GSLC)'''<ref>GSLC Discord. https://discord.com/invite/globalsignlanguage</ref><ref>VRChat Group Link: https://vrc.group/VRGSL.0465</ref> is a community within VRChat, established by both Deaf and hearing individuals, aims to connect and foster understanding between these communities. Their mission is to bridge the gap between Deaf and hearing cultures, cultivating mutual respect and appreciation for everyones' experiences. In addition to their efforts in education and cultural connection, the community offers classes in various sign languages to broaden communication and inclusivity.

==History and purpose==
[[File:Global Sign - Logo.png|thumb|Logo for Global Sign Language Community (GSLC)]]
The Global Sign Language Community (GSLC) was formed, to be accessible for the Deaf, and signing community in VRChat. Getomeulou and Nemsi are the founders of GSLC, found communication barriers with global language and writing skills when communicating with Deaf, hard-of-hearing and, hearing users in VRChat, despite proficiency in American Sign Language<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Sign_Language</ref> (ASL), and meeting high standards for bilingual and English proficiency.

By mid-spring 2024, the group had finalized the community's name and logo, officially establishing the Global Sign Language Community (GSLC). GSLC is committed to advancing knowledge, equality, rights, and peace within the Deaf community. Its continued growth reflects the increasing strength, influence, and potential for meaningful contributions by Deaf individuals to society, and within VRChat.

==Community resources==
GSLC strives to advance the knowledge of equality and rights within the Deaf community, and also offers sign language lessons within VRChat. They offer on a different branch of their community, which is called, '''Global Sign Language Community: Education'''. Although they offer lessons on sign language, they also teach the importance of Deaf culture, and how it ties into sign language.

==See also==

*[[Community:Sign language in VRChat]]
*[[Community:Mute]]

==References==
<references />

Community:Global Sign Language Community

2024-11-13T22:49:57Z

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{{Noticebox/Community}}

'''Global Sign Language Community (GSLC)'''<ref>GSLC Discord. https://discord.com/invite/globalsignlanguage</ref><ref>VRChat Group Link: https://vrc.group/VRGSL.0465</ref> is a community within VRChat, established by both Deaf and hearing individuals, aims to connect and foster understanding between these communities. Their mission is to bridge the gap between Deaf and hearing cultures, cultivating mutual respect and appreciation for everyones' experiences. In addition to their efforts in education and cultural connection, the community offers classes in various sign languages to broaden communication and inclusivity.

==History and purpose==
[[File:Global Sign - Logo.png|thumb|Logo for Global Sign Language Community (GSLC)]]
The Global Sign Language Community (GSLC) was formed, to be accessible for the Deaf, and signing community in VRChat. Getomeulou and Nemsi are the founders of GSLC, found communication barriers with global language and writing skills when communicating with Deaf, hard-of-hearing and, hearing users in VRChat, despite proficiency in American Sign Language<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Sign_Language</ref> (ASL), and meeting high standards for bilingual and English proficiency.

By mid-spring 2024, the group had finalized the community's name and logo, officially establishing the Global Sign Language Community (GSLC). GSLC is committed to advancing knowledge, equality, rights, and peace within the Deaf community. Its continued growth reflects the increasing strength, influence, and potential for meaningful contributions by Deaf individuals to society, and within VRChat.

==Community resources==
GSLC strives to advance the knowledge of equality and rights within the Deaf community, and also offers sign language lessons within VRChat. They offer on a different branch of their community, which is called, '''Global Sign Language Community: Education'''<ref>GSLC Education Discord. https://discord.gg/kgQCkRgrSq</ref>. Although they offer lessons on sign language, they also teach the importance of Deaf culture, and how it ties into sign language.

==See also==

*[[Community:Sign language in VRChat]]
*[[Community:Mute]]

==References==
<references />

Community:Global Sign Language Community

2024-11-13T21:15:11Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: Minor grammar edit.

{{Noticebox/Community}}

'''Global Sign Language Community (GSLC)'''<ref>GSLC Discord. https://discord.com/invite/globalsignlanguage</ref><ref>VRChat Group Link: https://vrc.group/VRGSL.0465</ref> is a community within VRChat, established by both Deaf and hearing individuals, aims to connect and foster understanding between these communities. Their mission is to bridge the gap between Deaf and hearing cultures, cultivating mutual respect and appreciation for everyones' experiences. In addition to their efforts in education and cultural connection, the community offers classes in various sign languages to broaden communication and inclusivity.

==History and purpose==
[[File:Global Sign - Logo.png|thumb|Logo for Global Sign Language Community (GSLC)]]
The Global Sign Language Community (GSLC) was formed, to be accessible for the deaf, and signing community in VRChat. Getomeulou and Nemsi are the founders of GSLC, found communication barriers with global language and writing skills when communicating with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing users in VRChat, despite proficiency in American Sign Language<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Sign_Language</ref> (ASL), and meeting high standards for bilingual and English proficiency.

By mid-spring 2024, the group had finalized the community's name and logo, officially establishing the Global Sign Language Community (GSLC). GSLC is committed to advancing knowledge, equality, rights, and peace within the Deaf community. Its continued growth reflects the increasing strength, influence, and potential for meaningful contributions by deaf individuals to society, and within VRChat.

==Community resources==
GSLC strives to advance the knowledge of equality and rights within the Deaf community, and also offers sign language lessons within VRChat. They offer on a different branch of their community, which is called, '''Global Sign Language Community: Education'''<ref>GSLC Education Discord. https://discord.gg/kgQCkRgrSq</ref>. Although they offer lessons on sign language, they also teach the importance of Deaf culture, and how it ties into sign language.

==See also==

*[[Community:Sign language in VRChat]]
*[[Community:Mute]]

==References==
<references />

User:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48

2024-11-13T19:44:31Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: /* Pages Created */

{{DISPLAYTITLE:User: indeed°}}

== Introduction ==
<big>Hello! I am '''[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48 indeed°]'''. Currently a new member to the VRChat wiki.</big>

<big>Long time player on VRChat, deaf community advocate, and the "facts" man.</big>

== Current Aims ==
> Looking to submit new information and create new pages for the wiki for things that I think the community would find helpful.

== Pages Created ==

* [[Community:AudioLink]]
* [[Community:GoGoLoco]]
* [[Community:Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)]]
* [[Community:Helping Hands]]
* [[Community:Global Sign Language Community]]

== Communities I'm a Part Of ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Rank
!Name
!Created By
!Information
|-
|1.
|[https://vrc.group/HANDS.0010 Helping Hands]
|''Multiple people from the deaf community.''
|A deaf and hard of hearing community created by a handful of people
who wanted to meet and interact with other deaf, hard of hearing and, hearing
players. This community is also used to introduce people to deaf culture and
sign language. They also teach ASL, KSL, JSL, LSF, BSL and more.
|-
|2.
|[https://vrc.group/NFFC.9364 No Friends Friends Club]
|[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_bb3d24ef-e86f-4016-9ce0-226982271571 okaykuro]
|A social club community for people who struggle with social anxiety and other
related conditions to help them create friendships, learn new things and just hang
out.
|}

User talk:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48

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== Commununity:BOOTH ==

[[Commununity:BOOTH]] was a deleted because it is a duplicate and a misspelling of [[Community:BOOTH]]. [[User:Usr 578aa632-439b-4c41-9266-776323ba9ad2|Usr 578aa632-439b-4c41-9266-776323ba9ad2]] ([[User talk:Usr 578aa632-439b-4c41-9266-776323ba9ad2|talk]]) 20:17, 5 November 2024 (UTC)

:My apologies, thank you very much. [[User:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48|Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48]] ([[User talk:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48|talk]]) 20:17, 5 November 2024 (UTC)

== Articles about individuals ==

Heyo, indeed. Thanks for the amazing work you are doing for the VRChat Wiki so far. One of the Guidelines we have in place, is that articles about individual users, and creators are not permitted on the Wiki. This topic is being brought up, in regards to the "STUDIO JINGO" page that has been removed recently. I took some of the useful information from that article, and transferred it to the [[Community:Rindo]] article.

VRCWiki information about the guideline for "not writing about others" is currently in the [[VRCWiki:How to Contribute]] article, but I'll also place it in the actual [[VRCWiki:Guidelines]] page tomorrow. Thanks again for your help so far. Feel free to reply back, or message me on the VRChat Wiki Discord server if you would like to follow up. [[User:Usr 8ee44c1a-f905-4e08-bb61-e1cd34e09fc0|Usr 8ee44c1a-f905-4e08-bb61-e1cd34e09fc0]] ([[User talk:Usr 8ee44c1a-f905-4e08-bb61-e1cd34e09fc0|talk]]) 04:58, 13 November 2024 (UTC)

:Thank you very much for the appreciation, I'll make sure for any articles I write up in the future will follow the guidelines.
:Many thanks once again for your help and assistance. [[User:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48|Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48]] ([[User talk:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48|talk]]) 19:43, 13 November 2024 (UTC)

Community:Global Sign Language Community

2024-11-13T00:13:11Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: Inital Draft - Minor grammar edit.

{{Noticebox/Community}}

'''Global Sign Language Community (GSLC)'''<ref>GSLC Discord. https://discord.com/invite/globalsignlanguage</ref><ref>VRChat Group Link: https://vrc.group/VRGSL.0465</ref> is a community within VRChat, established by both Deaf and hearing individuals, aims to connect and foster understanding between these communities. Their mission is to bridge the gap between Deaf and hearing cultures, cultivating mutual respect and appreciation for each other's experiences. In addition to their efforts in education and cultural connection, the community offers classes in various sign languages to broaden communication and inclusivity.

==History & Purpose==
[[File:Global Sign - Logo.png|thumb|Logo for Global Sign Language Community (GSLC)]]
The Global Sign Language Community (GSLC) emerged from efforts to combat discrimination faced by Deaf individuals within certain groups in the Deaf and signing community. Getomeulou and Nemsi, among others, encountered significant challenges when applying for staff roles, including barriers due to perceived deficiencies in language and writing skills, despite their proficiency in American Sign Language<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Sign_Language</ref> (ASL) and meeting high standards for bilingual and English proficiency. In contrast, hearing applicants were often hired more quickly.

Motivated to drive change, Getomeulou dedicated eight months to defending Nemsi’s right to an ASL teaching position. Recognizing the need for a more inclusive and supportive community structure, Nemsi, Getomeulou, Article15, and other friends of theirs formed a discussion group on October 8, 2023, to lay the ground

work for a new community dedicated to Deaf empowerment. By mid-spring 2024, the group had finalized the community's name and logo, officially establishing the Global Sign Language Community (GSLC).

GSLC is committed to advancing knowledge, equality, rights, and peace within the Deaf community. Its continued growth reflects the increasing strength, influence, and potential for meaningful contributions by Deaf individuals to society, and within VRChat.

==Resources==
While GSLC strives to advance the knowledge of equality and rights within the Deaf community, they also offer sign language lessons within VRChat. They offer this as a seperate arm of their community, which is called, '''Global Sign Language Community:Education'''<ref>GSLC Education Discord. https://discord.gg/kgQCkRgrSq</ref>. Although they offer lessons on sign language, they also teach the importance of Deaf culture, and how that ties into sign language.

==See Also==

*[[Community:Sign language in VRChat]]
*[[Community:Mute]]

==References==
<references />

File:GSL-Group-Image.png

2024-11-12T21:23:56Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: In contact with people over at GSL, they have said I can use what I want for a wiki page.

== Summary ==
In contact with people over at GSL, they have said I can use what I want for a wiki page.
== Licensing ==
{{license_3rd-party-permission}}

User:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48

2024-11-11T20:13:32Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: /* Pages Created */

{{DISPLAYTITLE:User: indeed°}}

== Introduction ==
<big>Hello! I am '''[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48 indeed°]'''. Currently a new member to the VRChat wiki.</big>

<big>Long time player on VRChat, deaf community advocate, and the "facts" man.</big>

== Current Aims ==
> Looking to submit new information and create new pages for the wiki for things that I think the community would find helpful.

== Pages Created ==

* [[Community:AudioLink]]
* [[Community:GoGoLoco]]
* [[Community:STUDIO JINGO]]
* [[Community:Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)]]
* [[Community:Helping Hands]]

== Communities I'm a Part Of ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Rank
!Name
!Created By
!Information
|-
|1.
|[https://vrc.group/HANDS.0010 Helping Hands]
|''Multiple people from the deaf community.''
|A deaf and hard of hearing community created by a handful of people
who wanted to meet and interact with other deaf, hard of hearing and, hearing
players. This community is also used to introduce people to deaf culture and
sign language. They also teach ASL, KSL, JSL, LSF, BSL and more.
|-
|2.
|[https://vrc.group/NFFC.9364 No Friends Friends Club]
|[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_bb3d24ef-e86f-4016-9ce0-226982271571 okaykuro]
|A social club community for people who struggle with social anxiety and other
related conditions to help them create friendships, learn new things and just hang
out.
|}

Community:Helping Hands

2024-11-11T19:55:10Z

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[[File:Helping-Hands-Group-Logo.png|thumb|right|The group logo for "Helping Hands".]]
'''Helping Hands''' is a community in VRChat, is a unique initiative focused on bridging communication between Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and hearing individuals through immersive experiences in virtual reality. Originating as a small group aiming to connect Deaf players with other Deaf players, it has grown into a broader community with over 6,000 members globally<ref>As of Nov 2024</ref>. They primarily use VRChat and Discord<ref>https://discord.gg/helpinghands</ref> to create a safe and supportive space for learning and socializing, often incorporating multiple sign languages, including ASL, BSL, JSL, KSL, LSF<ref>Acronyms for American Sign Language, British Sign Language, Japanese Sign Language, Korean Sign Language, and Langue des Signes Française (French Sign Language).</ref> and more.

==See Also==

*[[Community:Sign language in VRChat]]
*[[Community:Mute]]

==References==
<references />
{{DEFAULTSORT:Community:Helping_Hands}}

Community:Helping Hands

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'''Helping Hands''' is a community in VRChat, is a unique initiative focused on bridging communication between Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and hearing individuals through immersive experiences in virtual reality. Originating as a small group aiming to connect Deaf players with other Deaf players, it has grown into

a broader community with over 6,000 members globally<ref>As of Nov 2024</ref>. They primarily use VRChat and Discord<ref>https://discord.gg/helpinghands</ref> to create a safe and supportive space for learning and socializing, often incorporating multiple sign languages, including ASL, BSL, JSL, KSL, LSF<ref>Acronyms for American Sign Language, British Sign Language, Japanese Sign Language, Korean Sign Language, and Langue des Signes Française (French Sign Language).</ref> and more.

==See Also==

*[[Community:Sign language in VRChat]]
*[[Community:Mute]]

==References==
<references />
{{DEFAULTSORT:Community:Helping_Hands}}

File:Helping-Hands-Group-Logo.png

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Community:Sign language in VRChat

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'''Sign language''' is a silent method of communication between users in VRChat. There are many users on VRChat who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, and/or are able to communicate through signed languages.

== Language support ==
VRChat supports numerous languages within their User Interface. There are ongoing efforts to support more languages for the platform. In addition, VRChat allows a user to display one's known languages, and signed languages on their bio.

* English
** American Sign Language (ASL)
** Auslan (ASF) [Australian]
** British Sign Language (BSL)
** New Zealand Sign Language (NZS)
* French
** Langue des signes française (FSL)
* German
** Deutsche Gebärdensprache (DSE) [German]

* Dutch
** Nederlandse Gebarentaal (GSG) [Netherlands]
* Japanese
** 日本手語 (JSL)
* Korean
** 한국 수화 언어 (KSL)
* No Linguistic Content (ZXX)

== Sign language methods ==
[[File:VRChat Oculus Controls.png|thumb|A visual demonstration of hand gestures that can be made in VRChat, using Meta and Oculus controllers.]]
Expressing sign language in VRChat is possible, but can be limited, due to the lack of variation with finger control, such as crossing fingers on controllers. It is also possible to utilize hand and finger tracking within VRChat to communicate better with sign language.

=== With controllers ===

==== Using gestures ====
By default, using VRChat on controllers will allow access to eight gestures on an [[Avatars|avatar]]. Despite the limitations, interpretations of sign language can still be communicated through these controllers. The eight gestures are as follows:

* Normal
* Open (splayed)
* Victory
* Point
* Finger gun
* Thumbs up
* Fist
* Rock 'n' roll

Using these combinations of gestures makes it possible to convey many words, phrases, and sentences to other users.

==== Without gestures ====
Some controllers, like the Index Knuckles, do not use gestures. Instead, each controller has sensors for each finger, which can sense each finger to show if it's open, closed, or in between, like a lever. Using a controller in this manner makes it possible to express different words and phrases in sign language, which gestures cannot provide.

It is also optional for other controllers to emulate hand control without gestures in a similar manner, with more limited capability, such as less control on the middle, ring, and little finger.

=== With hand tracking ===
VRChat offers hand tracking support for many headsets, which allow for more finesse and versatility using hand and finger movements that controllers cannot replicate.

== Communities ==
Users in the VRChat community have created different groups for deaf, and hard-of-hearing people to gather. Some users in VRChat also teach different sign languages. For example, educational courses and meet-and-greets are hosted by some of these groups, which aim to teach users how to practice communicating in sign language.

==== Examples of accessibility groups ====

* [https://vrc.group/FRDEAF.4948 FRDeaf] (FRDEAF.4948) [French]
* [https://vrc.group/VRGSL.0465 Global Sign Language] (VRGSL.0465)
* [https://vrc.group/HANDS.0010 Helping Hands] (HANDS.0010)
* [https://vrc.group/SLTONI.8021 The Silent Oni] (SLTONI.8021)
* [https://vrc.group/ASLHSR.1444 Star Rail ASL] (ASLHSR.1444)

==== Examples of accessibility worlds ====

* [https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_f995b68d-990c-4622-a990-fe84293b7319 D-School Global Sign Language] (world link)
* [[Community:Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)|Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)]]
* [https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_2147b034-c6e9-4919-b74a-a0c81b596d95 MrDummy_NL's Sign＆Fun v5] (world link)

== Official resources ==

* [https://creators.vrchat.com/platforms/pc/steamvr-drivers/ SteamVR Skeletal Hand Tracking Driver Guide] on docs.vrchat.com

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0I2Ec4JsrE Quest 2 Finger Tracking] on YouTube

== Community resources ==

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7xs4VOaC4w ''The Deaf and Hard of Hearing of VRChat''] by Twice, on YouTube.
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6CPWBdLAiE ''The VRChat Dialect of Sign Language''] by The Virtual Reality Show, on YouTube.
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-vYOlN5qQY ''The Hidden World of Sign Language in VR''] by Ikenna, on YouTube.
* ''[https://vrsl.withdevon.xyz/ Devon's VRChat Sign Language Resource for Helping Hands] VRChat Sign Language Resources, by Devon''

=== Media coverage ===
There has been some external media coverage regarding sign language within VRChat.

* [https://www.gamerevolution.com/news/617632-deaf-vrchat-players-asl-sign-language-index-vr ''Deaf VRChat players are inventing their own sign language''] by GameRevolution, on November 18, 2019.
* [https://www.gamesradar.com/while-meta-is-still-working-on-introducing-legs-vrchat-has-finger-tracking-technology-so-that-sign-language-can-be-used/ ''VRChat gets finger tracking good enough for sign language''] by GamesRadar, on October 31, 2022.
* [https://www.thegamer.com/vrchat-sign-language-support/ ''Social Game VRChat Provides New Possibilities for Sign Language Support''] by TheGamer, on October 31, 2022.
* [https://www.uploadvr.com/vrchat-native-hand-tracking-pc/ ''VRChat Now Has Support for Hand Tracking on PC''] by UploadVR, on August 14, 2024.

== See also ==

* [[Social]]
* [[Groups]]
* [[Community:Mute]]
* [[Community:Culture]]

[[Category:Culture]]

User:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48

2024-11-08T22:43:27Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: /* Pages Created */

{{DISPLAYTITLE:User: indeed°}}

== Introduction ==
<big>Hello! I am '''[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48 indeed°]'''. Currently a new member to the VRChat wiki.</big>

<big>Long time player on VRChat, deaf community advocate, and the "facts" man.</big>

== Current Aims ==
> Looking to submit new information and create new pages for the wiki for things that I think the community would find helpful.

== Pages Created ==

* [[Community:AudioLink]]
* [[Community:GoGoLoco]]
* [[Community:STUDIO JINGO]]
* [[Community:Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)]]

== Communities I'm a Part Of ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Rank
!Name
!Created By
!Information
|-
|1.
|[https://vrc.group/HANDS.0010 Helping Hands]
|''Multiple people from the deaf community.''
|A deaf and hard of hearing community created by a handful of people
who wanted to meet and interact with other deaf, hard of hearing and, hearing
players. This community is also used to introduce people to deaf culture and
sign language. They also teach ASL, KSL, JSL, LSF, BSL and more.
|-
|2.
|[https://vrc.group/NFFC.9364 No Friends Friends Club]
|[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_bb3d24ef-e86f-4016-9ce0-226982271571 okaykuro]
|A social club community for people who struggle with social anxiety and other
related conditions to help them create friendships, learn new things and just hang
out.
|}

Community:Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)

2024-11-08T22:41:35Z

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{{Noticebox/Community}}{{Stub|May need more information.}}{{Infobox/World|name=Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)|image=Experimental-Sign-Language-World.png|author=Bob64|developers=Bob64, Darketernal, Devon, Marzipanic, GT4tube, Lanowen, Melwil, Tenri, ShadeAxas, Sio, DmTheMechanic, Nemsi, Catsgirl_nya, Raven, Bou, Akira, Millan, CODApop|capacity=30 (60)|platforms=PC, Android|tags=mocap, americansignlanguage, asl, sign, language|id=wrld_5e778b1b-88c7-4f44-8ff3-a3f289816fd0|labs=Jan 14 2020|published=Feb 16 2020}}

The '''Experimental Sign Language World'''<ref>https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_5e778b1b-88c7-4f44-8ff3-a3f289816fd0</ref> is a VRChat world created by user '''Bob64'''<ref>https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_f50fcd7f-63d3-4110-a188-5beade936a5d</ref>, designed to provide an immersive learning experience for users interested in sign languages. This world offers an extensive, interactive dictionary covering multiple sign languages<ref>[[Community:Sign language in VRChat]]</ref>, including American Sign Language (ASL), British Sign Language (BSL), French Sign Language (FSL), and Japanese Sign Language (JSL).

This world is recommended by members of the Helping Hands<ref>https://vrc.group/HANDS.0010</ref> community, a social group for the deaf and hard-of-hearing within VRChat.

==History==
A brief history of this world has been documented by Bob64

'''v0:''' Proof of concept world with 3 cube buttons (you know, the ones that are hard as hell to click on) that tell 3 avatars to perform different dances.

'''v1:''' '''SDK2''' version of the world with programmatically generated buttons and Unity UI (yay raycast laser-pointer) system. It also was the first world to use motion capture to try and show sign language in 3D space.

'''v2:''' '''SDK3''' (Udon) version of the world, with the menu system redesigned from the ground up using Udonsharp.

'''v3:''' '''ShaderMotion''' version. This world leverages ShaderMotion to increase the precision of motion capture, solving one of the biggest problems plaguing the previous versions of the world (poor quality motion capture). The downside is the world is now heavily dependent on videoplayers working properly.

This world is based on the contributions of '''MrDummy_NL''', a dedicated member of the deaf community within VRChat. The world described by Bob64, ''MrDummy_NL’s Sign&Fun'', originally utilized videos to teach users sign language. Bob64's ''Experimental Sign Language World'' builds on this foundation, enhancing the learning experience with interactive 3D motion capture.

=='''ShaderMotion'''<ref>https://github.com/CuteWaterBeary/ShaderMotion</ref>==
This world features advanced motion capture technology integrated within VRChat itself. It leverages this capability by displaying a 3D, motion-captured avatar that demonstrates the signs from the dictionary, providing users with a realistic and accurate visual reference for learning.

==References==
<references />
{{DEFAULTSORT:Community:Experimental_Sign_Language_World_(Udon)}}

Community:Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)

2024-11-08T22:35:50Z

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{{Noticebox/Community}}{{Stub|May need more information, required an image (submitted)}}{{Infobox/World|name=Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)|image=Experimental-Sign-Language-World.png|author=Bob64|developers=Bob64, Darketernal, Devon, Marzipanic, GT4tube, Lanowen, Melwil, Tenri, ShadeAxas, Sio, DmTheMechanic, Nemsi, Catsgirl_nya, Raven, Bou, Akira, Millan, CODApop|capacity=30 (60)|platforms=PC, Android|tags=mocap, americansignlanguage, asl, sign, language|id=wrld_5e778b1b-88c7-4f44-8ff3-a3f289816fd0|labs=Jan 14 2020|published=Feb 16 2020}}

The '''Experimental Sign Language World'''<ref>https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_5e778b1b-88c7-4f44-8ff3-a3f289816fd0</ref> is a VRChat world created by user '''Bob64'''<ref>https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_f50fcd7f-63d3-4110-a188-5beade936a5d</ref>, designed to provide an immersive learning experience for users interested in sign languages. This world offers an extensive, interactive dictionary covering multiple sign languages<ref>[[Community:Sign language in VRChat]]</ref>, including American Sign Language (ASL), British Sign Language (BSL), French Sign Language (FSL), and Japanese Sign Language (JSL).

This world is recommended by members of the Helping Hands<ref>https://vrc.group/HANDS.0010</ref> community, a social group for the deaf and hard-of-hearing within VRChat.

==History==
A brief history of this world has been documented by Bob64

'''v0:''' Proof of concept world with 3 cube buttons (you know, the ones that are hard as hell to click on) that tell 3 avatars to perform different dances.

'''v1:''' '''SDK2''' version of the world with programmatically generated buttons and Unity UI (yay raycast laser-pointer) system. It also was the first world to use motion capture to try and show sign language in 3D space.

'''v2:''' '''SDK3''' (Udon) version of the world, with the menu system redesigned from the ground up using Udonsharp.

'''v3:''' '''ShaderMotion''' version. This world leverages ShaderMotion to increase the precision of motion capture, solving one of the biggest problems plaguing the previous versions of the world (poor quality motion capture). The downside is the world is now heavily dependent on videoplayers working properly.

This world is based on the contributions of '''MrDummy_NL''', a dedicated member of the deaf community within VRChat. The world described by Bob64, ''MrDummy_NL’s Sign&Fun'', originally utilized videos to teach users sign language. Bob64's ''Experimental Sign Language World'' builds on this foundation, enhancing the learning experience with interactive 3D motion capture.

=='''ShaderMotion'''<ref>https://github.com/CuteWaterBeary/ShaderMotion</ref>==
This world features advanced motion capture technology integrated within VRChat itself. It leverages this capability by displaying a 3D, motion-captured avatar that demonstrates the signs from the dictionary, providing users with a realistic and accurate visual reference for learning.

==References==
<references />
{{DEFAULTSORT:Community:Experimental_Sign_Language_World_(Udon)}}

Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)

2024-11-08T22:35:07Z

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#REDIRECT [[Community:Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)]]

New Years Eve

2024-11-08T22:31:18Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: Added Images for posters, world and logo/graffiti. Spell checked again also.

{{Noticebox/Official}}
{{Stub|Simple and barebones, probably could describe the event and world better. Also, images needed.}}
[[File:{{#setmainimage:NYE KeyArt v2 FirstPass.png}}|thumb|300px|New Years 2024]]
'''VRChat's New Year's Eve''' is an annual event to celebrate the new year. This event is hosted in a mock version of New York City's Times Square, a world where users come together to ring in the new year.

==World==
[[File:VRC-NYE-2022.jpg|thumb|VRChat's 2022 New Years Eve world.]]
Each New Year's celebration is accompanied by either a newly designed or updated world created by VRChat. Alongside the Times Square-themed world, it features content made by the community.

The world comes in both a low-capacity and high-capacity variant.

===Posters===
[[File:VRC-NYE-Posters.jpg|thumb|Posters from VRChat's 2022 New Years Eve world.]]
Posters are images that appear around the world, similar to the advertisements you see around Times Square. Anyone can submit a poster to be featured in the world, although some poster slots are reserved for VRChat.

The posters serve to showcase the community, such as worlds, avatars, groups, events, and more.

===Booths===

Booths are 3D models within the world, providing another dimension to highlight the community, just like the posters.

However, booth submissions are invite-only.

===Logos/Graffiti===
[[File:Logo-graffiti.jpg|thumb|Graffitti logo's from VRChat's 2024 New Years Eve world.]]
In the back alley of the world, there is a graffiti wall exclusively for the music community to display their logos.

Anyone in the music community can submit logos for the graffiti wall.

==List of events==
{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Event
|-
|[[New Years Eve 2024]]
|-
|New Years Eve 2023
|-
|New Years Eve 2022
|-
|New Years Eve 2021
|-
|New Years Eve 2020
|-
|New Years Eve 2019
|-
|New Years Eve 2018
|-
|New Years Eve 2017
|}

[[Category:Events]]

Community:Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)

2024-11-08T13:52:44Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: Minor edit.

{{Noticebox/Community}}{{Stub|May need more information, required an image (submitted)}}{{Infobox/World|name=Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)|image=|author=Bob64|developers=Bob64, Darketernal, Devon, Marzipanic, GT4tube, Lanowen, Melwil, Tenri, ShadeAxas, Sio, DmTheMechanic, Nemsi, Catsgirl_nya, Raven, Bou, Akira, Millan, CODApop|capacity=30 (60)|platforms=PC, Android|tags=mocap, americansignlanguage, asl, sign, language|id=wrld_5e778b1b-88c7-4f44-8ff3-a3f289816fd0|labs=Jan 14 2020|published=Feb 16 2020}}

The '''Experimental Sign Language World'''<ref>https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_5e778b1b-88c7-4f44-8ff3-a3f289816fd0</ref> is a VRChat world created by user '''Bob64'''<ref>https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_f50fcd7f-63d3-4110-a188-5beade936a5d</ref>, designed to provide an immersive learning experience for users interested in sign languages. This world offers an extensive, interactive dictionary covering multiple sign languages<ref>[[Community:Sign language in VRChat]]</ref>, including American Sign Language (ASL), British Sign Language (BSL), French Sign Language (FSL), and Japanese Sign Language (JSL).

This world is recommended by members of the Helping Hands<ref>https://vrc.group/HANDS.0010</ref> community, a social group for the deaf and hard-of-hearing within VRChat.

==History==
A brief history of this world has been documented by Bob64

'''v0:''' Proof of concept world with 3 cube buttons (you know, the ones that are hard as hell to click on) that tell 3 avatars to perform different dances.

'''v1:''' '''SDK2''' version of the world with programmatically generated buttons and Unity UI (yay raycast laser-pointer) system. It also was the first world to use motion capture to try and show sign language in 3D space.

'''v2:''' '''SDK3''' (Udon) version of the world, with the menu system redesigned from the ground up using Udonsharp.

'''v3:''' '''ShaderMotion''' version. This world leverages ShaderMotion to increase the precision of motion capture, solving one of the biggest problems plaguing the previous versions of the world (poor quality motion capture). The downside is the world is now heavily dependent on videoplayers working properly.

This world is based on the contributions of '''MrDummy_NL''', a dedicated member of the deaf community within VRChat. The world described by Bob64, ''MrDummy_NL’s Sign&Fun'', originally utilized videos to teach users sign language. Bob64's ''Experimental Sign Language World'' builds on this foundation, enhancing the learning experience with interactive 3D motion capture.

=='''ShaderMotion'''<ref>https://github.com/CuteWaterBeary/ShaderMotion</ref>==
This world features advanced motion capture technology integrated within VRChat itself. It leverages this capability by displaying a 3D, motion-captured avatar that demonstrates the signs from the dictionary, providing users with a realistic and accurate visual reference for learning.

==References==
<references />
{{DEFAULTSORT:Community:Experimental_Sign_Language_World_(Udon)}}

File:Experimental-Sign-Language-World.png

2024-11-08T13:35:50Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: Image for the world "Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)"

== Summary ==
Image for the world "Experimental Sign Language World (Udon)"

Community:Rindo

2024-11-08T13:14:08Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: Added hyperlink to Community:BOOTH

{{Infobox/Avatar
|name= Rindo
|image=File:Rindo_Avatar.webp
|author=STUDIO JINGO
|platform=PC
|features=SDK3, Visemes, Impostors
}}{{Stub}}
'''<nowiki/>'Rindo'''', is a VRChat [[Avatars|Avatar]] created by [[Community:STUDIO JINGO|STUDIO JINGO]] which is available on the [[Community:BOOTH|BOOTH]]. Rindo can be purchased on the STUDIO JINGO BOOTH page for 7,000 Yen (USD 45-50) and comes with a basic set of Emotes, compatible [[Full-Body Tracking]] & [[Physbones]].

'''<nowiki/>'''

File:Logo-graffiti.jpg

2024-11-08T13:00:47Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: This image was taken from: https://ask.vrchat.com/t/vrchat-new-years-eve-2024-entertainment-network-posters-and-more/20792

== Summary ==
This image was taken from: https://ask.vrchat.com/t/vrchat-new-years-eve-2024-entertainment-network-posters-and-more/20792

File:VRC-NYE-Posters.jpg

2024-11-08T12:59:17Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: This image was taken from: https://ask.vrchat.com/t/vrchat-new-years-eve-2024-entertainment-network-posters-and-more/20792

== Summary ==
This image was taken from: https://ask.vrchat.com/t/vrchat-new-years-eve-2024-entertainment-network-posters-and-more/20792

File:VRC-NYE-2022.jpg

2024-11-08T12:58:04Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: Image was submitted for https://ask.vrchat.com/t/vrchat-new-years-eve-2024-entertainment-network-posters-and-more/20792

== Summary ==
Image was submitted for https://ask.vrchat.com/t/vrchat-new-years-eve-2024-entertainment-network-posters-and-more/20792

New Years Eve

2024-11-08T12:56:31Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: Spell & grammar checked.

{{Noticebox/Official}}
{{Stub|Simple and barebones, probably could describe the event and world better. Also, images needed.}}
[[File:{{#setmainimage:NYE KeyArt v2 FirstPass.png}}|thumb|300px|New Years 2024]]
'''VRChat's New Year's Eve''' is an annual event to celebrate the new year. This event is hosted in a mock version of New York City's Times Square, a world where users come together to ring in the new year.

==World==

Each New Year's celebration is accompanied by either a newly designed or updated world created by VRChat. Alongside the Times Square-themed world, it features content made by the community.

The world comes in both a low-capacity and high-capacity variant.

===Posters===

Posters are images that appear around the world, similar to the advertisements you see around Times Square. Anyone can submit a poster to be featured in the world, although some poster slots are reserved for VRChat.

The posters serve to showcase the community, such as worlds, avatars, groups, events, and more.

===Booths===

Booths are 3D models within the world, providing another dimension to highlight the community, just like the posters.

However, booth submissions are invite-only.

===Logos/Grafiti===

In the back alley of the world, there is a graffiti wall exclusively for the music community to display their logos.

Anyone in the music community can submit logos for the graffiti wall.

==List of events==
{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Event
|-
|[[New Years Eve 2024]]
|-
|New Years Eve 2023
|-
|New Years Eve 2022
|-
|New Years Eve 2021
|-
|New Years Eve 2020
|-
|New Years Eve 2019
|-
|New Years Eve 2018
|-
|New Years Eve 2017
|}

[[Category:Events]]

User:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48

2024-11-05T20:18:57Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: /* Pages Created */

{{DISPLAYTITLE:User: indeed°}}

== Introduction ==
<big>Hello! I am '''[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48 indeed°]'''. Currently a new member to the VRChat wiki.</big>

<big>Long time player on VRChat, deaf community advocate, and the "facts" man.</big>

== Current Aims ==
> Looking to submit new information and create new pages for the wiki for things that I think the community would find helpful.

== Pages Created ==

* [[Community:AudioLink]]
* [[Community:GoGoLoco]]
* [[Community:STUDIO JINGO]]

== Communities I'm a Part Of ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Rank
!Name
!Created By
!Information
|-
|1.
|[https://vrc.group/HANDS.0010 Helping Hands]
|''Multiple people from the deaf community.''
|A deaf and hard of hearing community created by a handful of people
who wanted to meet and interact with other deaf, hard of hearing and, hearing
players. This community is also used to introduce people to deaf culture and
sign language. They also teach ASL, KSL, JSL, LSF, BSL and more.
|-
|2.
|[https://vrc.group/NFFC.9364 No Friends Friends Club]
|[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_bb3d24ef-e86f-4016-9ce0-226982271571 okaykuro]
|A social club community for people who struggle with social anxiety and other
related conditions to help them create friendships, learn new things and just hang
out.
|}

User talk:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48

2024-11-05T20:17:58Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: /* Commununity:BOOTH */ Reply

Community:Rexouium

2024-11-05T20:12:29Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: Added link to Full-body tracking on the wiki.

{{Noticebox/Community}}'''Rexouium''' (Latin: ''king caretaker)'', is an open species, and [[Avatars|avatar]] base originally created by Rezillo Ryker in 2021.

==Traits==

The Rexouium species' defining traits are:

* Their height (up to 7 feet, or 213 centimeters tall)
* Strong legs
* Long, pointed ears
* Mane-like feathers along the top of the head and the back of the neck
* Tufts of feathers on the limb joints (elbows, wrists, knees)

==Avatar Bases==

Being an open species, multiple creators have released avatar bases featuring their signature look.

These bases include full facial visemes, have full support for [[Full-Body Tracking|full body tracking]] and VRChat's native [[Eye tracking|eye tracking]] out-of-the-box, while some also have support for [[Face-tracking|face tracking]] and [[MMD]] visemes (either built-in or as community add-ons). The bases also typically come with both Desktop and Android platform support, with different versions optimized to meet each platforms mandatory limits.

===Rexouium Avatar by Rezillo Ryker===

{{Infobox/AvatarType
|name=Rexouium Avatar
|image=
|author=Rezillo Ryker
|published=2021
}}

The original base made by the species' creator, '''Rezillo Ryker''', is commonly considered to be the "default avatar"{{Citation needed}} of [[Community:Furry culture in VRChat|furries on VRChat]]. Due to the Rexouium's similar canine facial structure and customizability, the avatar can be made to fit many of the most common animal species used by furries and their characters.

As a result, it is among the most widely-used{{Citation needed}} models with a large number of compatible accessories made by the rest of the community. The model also contains a lot of customization blendshapes, and the newer version includes the ability to switch between digitigrade and plantigrade leg styles. With its versatility, avatar creators often use this base to create avatars with a lot of customization options and clothing, which lead to avatars based on this model becoming frequented by furries.

This base is primarily distributed via [[Gumroad]]<ref>[https://rezilloryker.gumroad.com/l/MYutV 'Rexouium Avatar'] on Gumroad; retrieved September 10, 2024</ref>. The model also comes with a separate, albeit more pricy, license option for commercial use.

===Rexouium Evolved and EvoRex HD, by Tosca===

{{Infobox/AvatarType
|name=Rexouium Evolved
|image=
|author=Tosca
|published=February 21, 2022
}}

This base was created by '''Tosca''', who included both digitigrade and plantigrade leg styles in their avatars as early as 2021<ref>[https://xtosca.gumroad.com/l/ToscaFox Fox Redux avatar by Tosca (Gumroad)]</ref>, including the Rexouium Evolved. The digitigrade rigs were originally created using a method based on Unity bone constraints which was pioneered by DragonSkyRunner<ref>[https://www.furaffinity.net/view/41593602/ (DEPRECIATED) VRChat Real Digitigrade Leg Tutorial by DragonSkyRunner (Furaffinity)]</ref><ref>[https://www.furaffinity.net/view/44035707/ ChilloutVR / VRChat Real Digitigrade Legs Tutorial 2.6]</ref> and more recently Tosca has been using another method by Reign04.<ref>[https://discord.com/channels/733205748779319327/1066477815232466984/1283224564075200512 Discord message] by Tosca on their [https://discord.gg/YZmzeEjuB5 official Discord server]</ref> Since VRChat did not support constraints for Android builds on the [[Platforms|platform]] at the time of the base's release, the digitigrade rig version of the avatar is only usable on the PC platform. This base is also primarily distributed via Gumroad<ref>[https://xtosca.gumroad.com/l/ToscaRex 'Rexouium Evolved'] on Gumroad; retrieved September 10, 2024</ref>.{{Infobox/AvatarType
|name=EvoRex HD
|image=
|author=Tosca
|published=March 4, 2023
}}

In 2023, Tosca also published the '''EvoRex HD''' base model, with the main new feature being split [[UV maps|UVs]], that allow for the use of larger resolution textures on certain parts of the avatar. The EvoRex HD is also sold on Gumroad<ref>[https://xtosca.gumroad.com/l/EvoRexHD 'EvoRex HD'] on Gumroad; retrieved September 10, 2024</ref>, and was provided to the owners of the previous model version for free.

There are no specific restrictions on this base for commercial use, beyond the requirement that model files must not be redistributed by buyers.

===Rezuium by Hirozu===

{{Infobox/AvatarType
|name=Rezuium
|image=
|author=Hirozu
|published=May 27 2023
}}

The Rezuium, created by '''Hirozu''', provides an alternative to the previous avatars with a different style and built-in face tracking. A separate clothing accessory package is also available. Rezuium is also available on Gumroad<ref>[https://hirozu.gumroad.com/l/Rezuium 'Rezuium' avatar] on Gumroad; retrieved September 10, 2024</ref>.

Commercial use (specifically re-sale of the model itself) is prohibited by the base's terms of service (ToS), but it can be used as part of other content as long as the fact that the model is not included with the purchase is clearly indicated, and that credit must be given to the model author.

Notably, the avatar was featured in [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ryzSOohnIYE?t=61 HTC's U24 Pro commercial]. The company initially failed to give credit to the base creator, breaching the base's ToS, but later included credit after republishing the commercial.

==See also==
* [[Avatars]]
* [[Community:Furry culture in VRChat]]
* [[:Category:Furry avatars]]

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:Avatars]]
[[Category:Furry avatars]]

User:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48

2024-11-05T19:51:08Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: /* Pages Created */ added gogoloco

{{DISPLAYTITLE:User: indeed°}}

== Introduction ==
<big>Hello! I am '''[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48 indeed°]'''. Currently a new member to the VRChat wiki.</big>

<big>Long time player on VRChat, deaf community advocate, and the "facts" man.</big>

== Current Aims ==
> Looking to submit new information and create new pages for the wiki for things that I think the community would find helpful.

== Pages Created ==

* [[Community:AudioLink]]
* [[Community:GoGoLoco]]

== Communities I'm a Part Of ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Rank
!Name
!Created By
!Information
|-
|1.
|[https://vrc.group/HANDS.0010 Helping Hands]
|''Multiple people from the deaf community.''
|A deaf and hard of hearing community created by a handful of people
who wanted to meet and interact with other deaf, hard of hearing and, hearing
players. This community is also used to introduce people to deaf culture and
sign language. They also teach ASL, KSL, JSL, LSF, BSL and more.
|-
|2.
|[https://vrc.group/NFFC.9364 No Friends Friends Club]
|[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_bb3d24ef-e86f-4016-9ce0-226982271571 okaykuro]
|A social club community for people who struggle with social anxiety and other
related conditions to help them create friendships, learn new things and just hang
out.
|}

User:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48

2024-11-04T14:40:52Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: /* Communities I'm a Part Of */

{{DISPLAYTITLE:User: indeed°}}

== Introduction ==
<big>Hello! I am '''[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48 indeed°]'''. Currently a new member to the VRChat wiki.</big>

<big>Long time player on VRChat, deaf community advocate, and the "facts" man.</big>

== Current Aims ==
> Looking to submit new information and create new pages for the wiki for things that I think the community would find helpful.

== Pages Created ==

* [[Community:AudioLink]]

== Communities I'm a Part Of ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Rank
!Name
!Created By
!Information
|-
|1.
|[https://vrc.group/HANDS.0010 Helping Hands]
|''Multiple people from the deaf community.''
|A deaf and hard of hearing community created by a handful of people
who wanted to meet and interact with other deaf, hard of hearing and, hearing
players. This community is also used to introduce people to deaf culture and
sign language. They also teach ASL, KSL, JSL, LSF, BSL and more.
|-
|2.
|[https://vrc.group/NFFC.9364 No Friends Friends Club]
|[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_bb3d24ef-e86f-4016-9ce0-226982271571 okaykuro]
|A social club community for people who struggle with social anxiety and other
related conditions to help them create friendships, learn new things and just hang
out.
|}

Community:GoGo Loco

2024-11-04T12:21:21Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: Created page with "Category:Resources Category:Assets {{Noticebox/Community}}{{Infobox/Asset |name=GoGoLoco |image=File:GoGoLoco-Image.webp |author=franada |github=https://github.com/Franada/gogoloco-legacy |documentation=https://www.gogoloco.net/docs |gumroad=https://franadavrc.gumroad.com/l/gogoloco |booth=https://booth.pm/en/items/3290806 }} '''GoGoLoco''' is a locomotion prefab designed to improve the default controller. On top of this, there are multiple toggles to turn of..."

[[Category:Resources]]
[[Category:Assets]]
{{Noticebox/Community}}{{Infobox/Asset
|name=GoGoLoco
|image=[[File:GoGoLoco-Image.webp]]
|author=franada
|github=https://github.com/Franada/gogoloco-legacy
|documentation=https://www.gogoloco.net/docs
|gumroad=https://franadavrc.gumroad.com/l/gogoloco
|booth=https://booth.pm/en/items/3290806
}}
'''GoGoLoco''' is a locomotion prefab designed to improve the default controller. On top of this, there are multiple toggles to turn off legs movement or jump animation as example. This tool can also be automatically installed along-side your VRChat Avatar project by using other third-party tools such as VRCFury<ref>https://vrcfury.com/</ref> or Modular Avatar<ref>https://modular-avatar.nadena.dev/</ref>

==References==
<references />

User:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48

2024-11-04T11:32:49Z

Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: Added the communities I am a part of.

{{DISPLAYTITLE:User: indeed°}}

== Introduction ==
<big>Hello! I am '''[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48 indeed°]'''. Currently a new member to the VRChat wiki.</big>

<big>Long time player on VRChat, deaf community advocate, and the "facts" man.</big>

== Current Aims ==
> Looking to submit new information and create new pages for the wiki for things that I think the community would find helpful.

== Pages Created ==

* [[Community:AudioLink]]

== Communities I'm a Part Of ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Rank
!Name
!Created By
!Information
|-
|1.
|[https://vrc.group/HANDS.0010 Helping Hands]
|''Multiple people fromthe deaf community.''
|A deaf and hard of hearing community created by a handful of people
who wanted to meet and interact with other deaf, hard of hearing and, hearing
players. This community is also used to introduce people to deaf culture and
sign language. They also teach ASL, KSL, JSL, LSF, BSL and more.
|-
|2.
|[https://vrc.group/NFFC.9364 No Friends Friends Club]
|[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_bb3d24ef-e86f-4016-9ce0-226982271571 okaykuro]
|A social club community for people who struggle with social anxiety and other
related conditions to help them create friendships, learn new things and just hang
out.
|}

File:GoGoLoco-Image.webp

2024-11-04T11:03:08Z

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== Summary ==
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== Licensing ==
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Community:Terminology

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{{Noticebox/Community}} {{stub|VRChat's community has a diverse lingo!}}
This article contains a list of terms, abbreviations, and slang commonly used by users on VRChat.

==A-F==
{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto;"
!Terms
!Explanation
|-
|{{Anchor|Ask Forum}} Ask Forum
|A [https://ask.vrchat.com/ forum] service that VRChat operates for users to ask questions, search for answers, and view Developer Updates.
|-
|{{Anchor|Avi}} Avi
|''(plural: avis)'' Abbreviation for the word: "[[Special:MyLanguage/Avatars|avatar]]".
|-
|[[Badge]]
|Icons that may appear on a user's profile to signify their contributions to the platform.
|-
|Base
|Abbreviation for the term: "Avatar Base"; an avatar made available for download or purchase by an avatar creator to act as a template or starting point for a user to create their own custom avatar.
|-
|{{Anchor|Big Menu}} Big Menu
|A colloquil name for the [[Main Menu]].
|-
|{{Anchor|Bio}} Bio
|''(plural: bios)'' Abbreviation for the word: "biography".
|-
|{{Anchor|Canny}} Canny
| Referring to VRChat's {{VRC link|https://feedback.vrchat.com/|Feedback Forum}}, also known as Canny.
|-
|{{Anchor|Circle Menu|Radial Menu}} Circle Menu
|''(also: Radial Menu, or erroneously, Expressions Menu)'' A colloquial name for the [[Special:MyLanguage/Action Menu|Action Menu.]]
|-
|[[Special:MyLanguage/Avatars#Cloning|Cloning]]
| A feature in VRChat that allows a user to change into a selected user's avatar.
|-
|{{Anchor|Crash}} Crash
|Referring to a forceful closing or freezing of the VRChat client.
|-
|{{Anchor|Crasher}} Crasher
|A malicious avatar or world that is made to crash the user.
''Please be aware that these are against {{VRC link|https://hello.vrchat.com/creator-guidelines|VRChat's Guidelines}} and using them can result in action taken against your account.''<ref name=":0">[https://hello.vrchat.com/creator-guidelines#:~:text=Content%20should%20not%20be%20built%20or%20used%20to%20disrupt%20any%20experience%20or%20usage%20of%20VRChat. "Content should not be built or used to disrupt any experience or usage of VRChat", on Community Guidelines.]</ref>
|-
|{{Anchor|Deskie}} Deskie
|Abbreviation of "Desktop User", someone who uses the desktop version of VRChat.
|-
|{{Anchor|EAC}} EAC
|Acronym for "Easy Anti-Cheat" - a security program used by VRChat on the PC version.<ref>https://www.easy.ac/</ref>
|-
|[[Earmuffs]]
|A feature in VRChat that allows a user to limit the range of their hearing. This can be useful in instances with many people in close proximity.
|-
|{{Anchor|FBT}} FBT
|Acronym for "[[Full-Body Tracking]]". FBT is defined as anything that adds the ability to track, at minimum, hips and feet. Some users may also refer to this as "obtaining legs".
|-
|{{Anchor|FT}} FT
|Acronym for "Face Tracking". Facetracking can include eye tracking as well as tracking of the lower face.
|}

==G-N==
{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto;"
!Terms
!Explanation
|-
|{{Anchor|Global}} Global
|In server networking, 'global' refers to an object interaction, or Udon event that is seen "globally" by everyone; rather than locally, only by you.
|-
|{{Anchor|Home}} Home
|''(also: home world)'' The world a user will spawn into when entering VRChat. This, by default, is the [[Special:MyLanguage/VRChat_Home|VRChat Home]] world and can be changed to any world.
|-
|{{Anchor|IK}} IK
|Acronym for “Inverse Kinematics”, an algorithm executed in Unity, which VRChat uses to properly track the movement of bones and Physbones on an avatar.
|-
|[[Special:MyLanguage/Instances|Instance]]
|An instance is a copy of a world that up to 80 users can join. Multiple instances can exist, each hosting different groups of users. There are different instance types.
|-
|{{Anchor|Inv}} Inv
|Abbreviation of "Invite" in the context of invites. Such as "inv me" meaning "invite me".
|-
|{{Anchor|Kitbashing}} Kitbashing
|A method of creating models, especially avatars, from a myriad of assets from various sources using the [[VRChat SDK]]. The term comes from real-world scale model making<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kitbashing</ref>.
|-
|{{Anchor|Local}} Local
|In server networking, 'local' refers to an object interaction, or Udon event that is unique, and can only be seen "locally" by the individual performing the interaction, rather than "globally" by everyone.
|-
|{{Anchor|Meet|Meet-up}} Meet
|''(also: meet-up)'' A scheduled gathering taking place in VRChat by a community with a similar interest such a hobby, a content creator or users of a specific avatar. Meets normally take place using a [[Special:MyLanguage/Groups|Group]] or Group+ instance and organized in game or via a community Discord server.
|-
|[[Special:MyLanguage/Community:Mute|Mute]]
|Referring to either a user who is unable to use voice communication, either by choice or due to disability; may also refer to the action of silencing the sound of a user, world, or a video player.
|-
|{{Anchor|Notifs}} Notifs
|Abbreviation for "notifications", referring to one of the tabs in the [[Quick Menu]].
|}

==O-S==
{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto;"
!Terms
!Explanation
|-
|[[OSC]]
|A protocol to allow external devices and applications to connect to VRChat, and communicate with each other, usually on an avatar or world.
|-
|{{Anchor|Performance}} Performance
|The level at how optimized an asset in VRChat is, usually referring to avatars.
|-
|{{Anchor|Phantom Sense}} [[Special:MyLanguage/Community:Phantom_Sense|Phantom Sense]]
|A sensation of experiencing one or more senses because of virtual stimuli, e.g. touch, smell, taste.
|-
|{{Anchor|Physbones}} Physbones
|A feature in VRChat that allows a way to add fluid motion to avatar bones.
|-
|{{Anchor|Ping}} Ping
|The number referring (in milliseconds) to track latency, showing how much time it takes for a sample of data to travel from your device to the VRChat server, and back to your device.
|-
|{{Anchor|Polys}} Polys
|Abbreviation for polygons. Refers to the 2D shapes that make up avatars and worlds in VRChat. Synonymous with "tris" (triangles).
|-
|[[Special:MyLanguage/Portals|Portal]]
|A placeable object that allows multiple users to teleport to the same instance of a different world.
|-
|{{Anchor|Prefab}} Prefab
|A premade asset made to be used on avatars or in worlds, such as [[Community:GoGo Loco|GoGo Loco]] or VRCBilliards: Community Edition<ref>https://github.com/VRCBilliards/vrcbce</ref>.
|-
|{{Anchor|Pretzel}} Pretzel
|Refers to a user whose full-body tracking has broken or lost tracking, causing their avatar to fold in on itself like a pretzel.
|-
|{{Anchor|Quest}} Quest
| Refers to the Meta Quest headset<ref>https://www.meta.com/quest/</ref>, or Quest-compatible content; synonymously used with the "Android" build of VRChat.
|-
|{{Anchor|Questie}} Questie
|Refers to someone using VRChat on standalone Quest. Context and tone for this word may vary, but unfortunately can have a pejorative connotation.
|-
|{{Anchor|Req}} Req
|Abbreviation for “Request” in the context of invites. Such as "req off of me" meaning "request an invite off of me."
|-
|{{Anchor|Retexture}} Retexture
| The act of changing the textures of a common avatar to customize it and make it specific and unique to a given player. A person who does this for others is known as a "Retexture Artist".
|-
|Ripping
|Asset ripping, or "ripping", "rip", "avi ripping", refers to the act of "stealing" and, possibly uploading an avatar or a world from another person. This is done by converting the VRCA or VRCW file.
''Please be aware that these might be against {{VRC link|https://hello.vrchat.com/creator-guidelines|VRChat's Guidelines}} and doing this could result in action taken against your account.''<ref name=":0" />
|-
|{{Anchor|RP}} RP
| Acronym for "Role-play" - assuming/playing a role, solo or in a group. There are dedicated groups and themed worlds for RP in VRChat.
|-
|[[Special:MyLanguage/VRChat SDK|SDK]]
|"SDK" is short for Software development kit<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Software_development_kit</ref>, it's a collection of tools that allow people to develop software for certain platforms. The VRChat SDK is what is used to create worlds and avatars in VRChat.
|-
|{{Anchor|Shader}} Shader
|In Unity, a shader is a program that contains instructions on how to render materials. These are used in conjunction with materials. An example of a shader is Poiyomi's Toon Shader<ref>https://github.com/poiyomi/PoiyomiToonShader</ref>.
|-
|{{Anchor|Shapekey|Blendshape}} Shapekey
|Also known as “Blendshapes”<ref>https://docs.unity3d.com/2022.3/Documentation/Manual/BlendShapes.html</ref>, allows for the deformation of a model for animation purposes, most often used for creating mouth movements and blinking. An animation that goes from Point A to Point B, and back again.
|-
|[[Special:MyLanguage/Trust_and_Safety#Safety Shield|Shield]]
|''(also: safeties)'' Referring to "Safety" shields on the [[Quick Menu]], a method to disable aspects of users' avatars, as well as voice, to increase performance and enhance your experience.
|-
|{{Anchor|Skin}} Skin
|Informally used by newer players coming from other games when referring to a customized version of a common avatar. See [[#Retexture|Retexture]].
|-
|{{Anchor|Small Menu}} Small Menu
|''(also: little menu)'' A colloquial name for the [[Quick Menu]].
|-
|{{Anchor|Spawn}} Spawn
| Usually the starting point of a world or the act of summoning an object.
|-
|[[Special:MyLanguage/Social#Statuses|Status]]
|Statuses allow a user to vary the extent to which friends can join them and see their location. Users can also write a message to accompany this.
|}

==T-Z==
{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto;"
!Terms
!Explanation
|-
|[[Udon]]
|VRChat's C# derived object-oriented programming editor for the [[Special:MyLanguage/VRChat SDK|VRChat World SDK.]]
|-
|{{Anchor|Unity}} Unity
|The game engine VRChat utilizes.<ref>https://unity.com/</ref>
|-
|{{Anchor|Viseme}} Viseme
|Portmanteau of "visual phonemes" (vai-zeems), a type of shapekey that refers to mouth positioning and animatics on an avatar.
|-
|[[VRChat Creator Companion|VCC]]
|Acronym for VRChat Creator Companion.
|-
|[[Special:MyLanguage/VRChat|VRC]]
| Acronym for VRChat.
|-
|{{Anchor|VRChatter}} VRChatter
|''(plural: VRChatters)'' A user of VRChat.
|-
|[[Special:MyLanguage/Community:World hopping|World hopping]]
|A solo or group activity involving exploring several worlds in a short period of time.
|}

==Official resources==

*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWKXbMQe3x4 Avatar Basics - Terminology] on YouTube, posted by VRChat Learning Channel

==References==
<references />
[[Category:Stubs]]
[[Category:Culture]]

Community:AudioOrbs

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'''AudioOrbs''' is an audio visualization world made for the PC platform only. The world features 32 individual [[AudioLink]] enabled orbs that dynamically enlighten the environment and the players avatar.

{{Infobox/World|name=AudioOrbs|image=|author=Killerbomb|capacity=32(48)|platforms=PC|tags=visualizer, music, audiolink, lights, color|id=wrld_5edb4d7d-2400-49f8-bae1-a8eb48a258e2|labs=Feb 22 2022|published=Feb 24 2022}}

File:AudioOrbs-World-Picture.png

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Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48: The picture of the AudioOrbs world uploaded by Killerbomb.

== Summary ==
The picture of the AudioOrbs world uploaded by Killerbomb.

Full-Body Tracking

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{{Noticebox/Community}}{{Stub}}
'''Full-Body Tracking'''<ref>https://docs.vrchat.com/docs/full-body-tracking</ref> (often abbreviated as FBT) in VRChat allows users to track the movement of their entire body, making their in-game avatar's actions more closely match their real-life movements. FBT significantly enhances immersion by allowing users to move more naturally and express themselves more fully.

== Compatible Hardware ==
Several full body trackers used in VRChat:

* '''HTC Vive Trackers'''<ref>[https://www.vive.com/uk/accessory/tracker3/ https://www.vive.com/accessory/tracker3/]</ref>:
** These are some of the most widely used trackers and are compatible with most VR setups. They are typically placed on each foot and the hips or waist. ''SteamVR Base Stations are required.''
* '''Tundra Trackers'''<ref>https://tundra-labs.com</ref>:
** Similar to Vive Trackers but smaller and lighter. They also have longer battery life. ''SteamVR Base Stations are required.''
* '''PS Move Controllers''':
** Although a budget option, these require extra software and hardware, such as Playstation Eye Cameras, to work with SteamVR and are generally more difficult to set up.
* '''SlimeVR Trackers:'''
** A budget-friendly option for people to either purchase direct from the SlimeVR Crowdsupply website, or build themselves with their documentation<ref>https://docs.slimevr.dev/</ref>. It is fully open-source, hardware and software. They are designed to use [[wikipedia:Inertial_measurement_unit|IMU's]] for their tracking capability. They use the calculations from the IMU's to determine postion and rotation in a 3D space.
* '''Other Devices''': Some custom setups also incorporate Kinect sensors, QR codes, such as AprilTags<ref>https://github.com/ju1ce/April-Tag-VR-FullBody-Tracker</ref>, and other SteamVR compatible controllers, although this method is less common.

== How Full-Body Tracking Works ==
Full-body tracking (FBT) uses additional tracking devices attached to the body to relay real-time movement data to the VR system. Typically, trackers are placed on areas like the feet, hips, and sometimes other parts of the body, depending on the setup.

Most trackers require the use of SteamVR Base Stations to be able to track the trackers within a persons playspace. There are other solutions that use cameras, and IMU's to track the position and rotation of the trackers. ''Read above for trackers that don't require SteamVR Base Stations.''

In VRChat, avatars that support FBT will mirror the user's real-life movements, allowing for a more immersive experience. For the best results, avatars should be configured with bones for the hips, knees, and feet to accurately follow the user's movements.

== References ==
<references />
[[Category:Empty]]

VRCWiki:Roles

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''<sup><big>(This page outlines different roles and responsibilities, established for users on the VRChat Wiki. For roles involving [[Groups]], please also see [[Groups#Group%20roles%20and%20permissions|Group roles and permissions]].)</big></sup>''

There are several '''roles''' involved in the oversight and production of the VRChat Wiki. This article outlines each role, its responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations.

== User permissions ==
There are special roles for editors that can be granted via unanimous decision by the VRChat Wiki team. These currently include automoderated users and proofreaders.

=== Automoderated users ===
[https://wiki.vrchat.com/wiki/Special:ListUsers?username=&group=automoderated&wpsubmit=&wpFormIdentifier=mw-listusers-form&limit=50 Automoderated users] are users who have shown their investment in the VRChat Wiki, and displayed trustworthiness through consistently adding to the VRCWiki while following policies and guidelines. They are specifically selected to have their additions or edits automatically approved in the Official namespace - these pages are official VRChat information pages. Otherwise, users who are automoderated do not have any moderation capabilities, or further Wiki responsibilities.

==== Qualifications ====
To qualify as an automoderated user, one should be an active user on the VRChat Wiki for at least a week, with several quality contributions and no major infractions. A Maintainer may appoint automoderated users if other Maintainers have no reasonable objections.

==== Responsibilities and expectations ====
Like all users, automoderated users should continue to follow all VRCWiki policies. Consistent policy violations or disregard for the [[VRCWiki:Manual of Style]] may result in temporary revocation of privileges.

=== Proofreaders ===
[https://wiki.vrchat.com/wiki/Special:ListUsers?username=&group=proofreader&wpsubmit=&wpFormIdentifier=mw-listusers-form&limit=50 Proofreaders] are trusted with translation efforts on articles written in different languages from English, and can help guide other editors localizing articles in their language.

==== Qualifications ====
The proofreader role is assigned if they are already established with the "Proofreader" role on VRChat's [[Discord servers#VRChat Localization|Localization community]] for [https://docs.vrchat.com/docs/suggesting-localization-changes Crowdin]. New proofreaders may be established by consistently publishing quality edits for their known language(s).

==== Responsibilities and expectations ====
Like all users, proofreaders should continue to follow all VRCWiki policies. Translations should be accurate and based on the English version of the article, while continuing to follow the [[VRCWiki:Manual of Style]]. When an article or page is marked ready for translation, a proofreader will then be able to make a full translation of the assigned pages.

If a page is not yet ready marked for translation, they should help to improve on the English article first.

== VRChat Wiki team ==
The VRChat [[VRCWiki:Team|Wiki team]] are volunteers, who are assigned by the VRChat Wiki administrators (VRChat developers) to proactively assist in the oversight and upkeep of the VRChat Wiki.

=== Maintainers ===
[https://wiki.vrchat.com/wiki/Special:ListUsers?username=&group=community-mod&wpsubmit=&wpFormIdentifier=mw-listusers-form&limit=50 Maintainers] have a high degree of expectation and responsibility with overseeing the VRChat Wiki, and being part of the VRChat Wiki team.

==== Qualifications ====
Maintainers may nominate users for the role of Maintainer. The nominee must demonstrate a consistent and active investment in the VRChat Wiki, both in direct contributions on pages, as well as in discussions on Talk pages or community forums, and be present in the [[Discord servers|VRChat Wiki Discord server]], to collaborate with the rest of the VRCWiki team.

They must exemplify dedication to all policies, demonstrate trustworthiness, and have no major infractions or substantial objections from the current VRChat Wiki team. VRChat Wiki administrators have veto power for approval of a new Maintainer.

==== Responsibilities and expectations ====
Maintainers are able to add, edit, and delete in almost all content spaces, and protect pages. Users with this role can approve, reject, or modify edits by users requiring moderation intervention. Maintainers help to resolve minor [[VRCWiki:Guidelines#Personal conduct, and disputes|disputes]] between users on Talk pages, as well as being able to roll back or revert edits made by a user.

In addition, maintainers can moderate users for [[VRCWiki:Disciplinary_policy|misconduct]]. They are also involved in the decision-making process for determining VRChat Wiki policies, and nominating persons for automoderated user, proofreader, and maintainer roles.

Maintainers should remain reasonably active on the Wiki, both in contributions and moderation responsibilities. Users in this role are expected to attend and contribute to as many meetings as possible. Abuse of privileges, or refusal to abide by established guidelines and policies, are grounds for removal from the VRChat Wiki team, and finalized by the Wiki administrators.

As a volunteer position, there's no explicit minimums or quotas given, but after general inactivity or unannounced absence for a period approximately two months or longer, the maintainer may be approached by an organizer to see if they're still interested in upholding the role. If not, or if there's no response, or no change is seen over the following two weeks, they may be removed from the position. Former maintainers who request to return after a prolonged period of voluntary or involuntary activity may return to their role, unless there's a major substantial objection taken into consideration, or if a Wiki Administrator vetoes.

=== Organizers ===
Organizers are maintainers who display high levels of experience with MediaWiki policies and its environment, and have been trusted for a higher degree of responsibility and expectation, but otherwise have equal leverage in decision-making.

==== Qualifications ====
Candidates should have demonstrated a consistent degree of active involvement and investment in discussions regarding the VRChat Wiki, and policies. They should not have any major infractions, and no major substantial objections from anyone on the VRChat Wiki team. Wiki Administrators may veto their promotion.
There should be typically three active users with the Organizer role at a time, to balance effectiveness with the position. When there's vacancy or inactivity, any new organizers should be chosen by unanimous consensus of the maintainers on the VRChat Wiki team, as well as the other organizers.

==== Responsibilities and expectations ====
Users with this role, act as liaisons between the VRChat Wiki team (volunteers), and Wiki administration. Organizers are responsible for creating, attending, and keeping up with meetings and discussions, as well as intervening and resolving any disputes within the VRChat Wiki team environment; help to manage the VRChat Wiki team by checking in with inactive Maintainers, or sanction them for policy violations, and to perform the administrative functions entrusted to them.

Organizers should be reasonably active in Wiki contributions, discussions to attend, oversee, guide meetings. They should be diligent to resolve disputes, and to communicate between the VRChat Wiki team, and Wiki administration when necessary.

As a volunteer position, there are no explicit minimums, but given their unique role and responsibilities, should generally be more involved than the already reasonable expectations assigned for maintainers. Abuse of privileges, or refusal to abide by established guidelines and policies, are grounds for removal from the VRChat Wiki team, and finalized by the Wiki administrators.

== See also ==

* [[VRCWiki:Team]]
* [[Discord servers|VRChat Discord servers]]

[[Category:VRCWiki policies]]
[[Category:Proofread]]

Community:AudioLink

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{{Noticebox/Community}}
<infobox type="App" theme="community">
<group>
<title source="name"><default>AudioLink</default></title>
<data source="author"><label>Author</label><default>llealloo</default></data>
<data source="platforms"><label>Platforms</label><default>Unity, VRChat, ChilloutVR</default></data>
<data source="url"><label>URL</label>
<default>[https://github.com/llealloo/audiolink Github]</default>
</data>
<header>App history</header>
<data source="published"><label>Published</label><default>4th Apr 2021</default></data>
</group>
</infobox>

AudioLink is a Unity-based audio reactive system designed for VRChat, allowing avatars and world environments to visually respond to music and other audio inputs. It operates by analyzing audio in real time and using GPU processing to distribute amplitude and frequency data to shaders. This data can be applied across different elements in VRChat, including avatar shaders and environmental objects, enabling dynamic visualizations that match the audio's rhythm and intensity.

==Features==

*'''Real-Time Audio Analysis''':
**AudioLink processes live audio data and converts it into multiple data streams. These streams contain frequency information (bass, mids, treble), making it possible to create visuals that move in sync with the audio's beat and intensity.
*'''Shader Integration''':
**AudioLink is compatible with VRChat's shaders, allowing developers to create reactive effects on avatars and worlds. It works with popular shader packs like Poiyomi, Mochie's Unity Shaders, and others.
*'''GPU-Based Processing''':
**AudioLink uses the GPU for efficient signal processing, ensuring that the visuals keep up with the audio without lag. The audio data is rendered to a texture (_AudioTexture), which is then used by shaders to create synchronized animations.
*'''Flexible Installation''':
**AudioLink can be installed through the VRChat Creator Companion (VCC) or VRChat Package Manager, or by downloading the Unity package for custom setups. This flexibility allows it to be used across various platforms beyond VRChat.
*'''Cross-Avatar and World Compatibility''':
**AudioLink is designed to work not only in VRChat worlds but also across all avatars within a world. This means you can have synchronized audio-reactive effects on multiple avatars at once.
*'''Open-Source and Customizable''':
**Available on GitHub, AudioLink is open-source, meaning developers can modify and expand upon it. This makes it ideal for creators looking to tailor the system for unique effects.

==Installation==

#Download and install the [[VRChat Creator Companion (VCC)]], open it up.
#Add your project to the VCC:
#*If you want to create a new project, use the "New" option in the "Projects" tab and follow the steps there.
#*If you want to use an existing project, use the "Add" option in the "Projects" tab and follow the steps there.
#Open the Projects tab and select your project. If you have never used the VCC with the project, use the "Migrate" button to upgrade it.
#On the right side, find the AudioLink package and add it. If it doesn't show up, make sure you have the "Curated" toggle enabled in the top-right drop-down.
#At this point, the installation is done. To open your project, you can use the "Open Project" button in the VCC.

==Gallery==

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{{DISPLAYTITLE:User: indeed°}}

== Hello! ==
<big>Hello! I am '''[https://vrchat.com/home/user/usr_9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48 indeed°]'''. Currently a new member to the VRChat wiki, long time player on VRChat, deaf community advocate, and the "facts" man.</big>

User:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48

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{{DISPLAYTITLE:User: indeed°}}

== Hello! ==
Hello! I am indeed°. Currently a new member to the VRChat wiki, long time player across multiple accounts, deaf community and deaf culture advocate.

User:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48

2024-10-31T01:47:43Z

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== Hello! ==
Hello! I am indeed°. Currently a new member to the VRChat wiki, long time player across multiple accounts, deaf community and deaf culture advocate.

User:Usr 9351a258-d78e-4714-a856-68dcc5ab2c48

2024-10-31T01:46:29Z

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Hello! I am indeed°. Currently a new member to the VRChat wiki, long time player across multiple accounts, deaf community and deaf culture advocate.

Community:Mute

2024-10-31T01:41:32Z

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'''Mute''', or '''mutism''' refers primarily to the absence of vocal communication on VRChat. "Muting" can also refer to the action of lowering or disabling the volume on a world, avatar, video player, or user. There are different reasons, as to why a user may be mute. Some users may also refer to themselves as a "mute". It is acceptable to let a user know that their microphone isn't on, but it may be considered rude to press someone on why they're muted.

== By choice ==
This type of mutism is sometimes referred to as a '''personal mute'''. Users may wish to be mute by choice for several reasons. Reasons may include the desire to remain anonymous and not be identified by their voice, or to play or act out a character or persona, like a [[Special:MyLanguage/wikipedia:Silent_protagonist|silent protagonist]] in a roleplaying video game. Users who are mute by choice may dedicate to relying on body language, emojis, and/or writing utensils to talk to others.

== Medical reasons ==
''<sup>Per VRChat's {{VRC link|https://hello.vrchat.com/community-guidelines|Community Guidelines}}: "Do not use VRChat as a medical or therapeutic tool, device, or methodology". Please consult with a licensed medical professional for questions or counsel; this Wiki is not legal or medical advice.</sup>''

In speech-language pathology, [[Special:MyLanguage/wikipedia:Aphonia|aphonia]] is the body's inability to produce vocal sound. Aphonia can occur from physical damage, surgery, psychologically, or congenitally at birth. In rare cases, some people with social anxiety, or people on the autism spectrum (ASD) may withdraw from verbal communication or be unable to communicate, via '''selective mutism''<nowiki/>' that occurs from social triggers, being overwhelmed. Stuttering is another speech pathology that makes it difficult for the speaker to verbally convey their words.

== Technical issues ==
''See also [[Settings]] or [[FAQ]].''

=== General ===
On the '''Volume tab''' of the [[Quick Menu]], the dropdown for '''Microphone''' will display settings for your audio output.

Make sure the '''Current Device''' is accurate for the microphone you want to use. If applicable, check to see if the external microphone is plugged in or connected, turned on, ''and'' not muted.

Back in the VRChat volume tab, under '''Mic Output Volume''', make sure it is '''not''' at 0%. A good range for output volume is between 80% to 100%. Users may have difficulty hearing you if your output volume is lower. With '''Mic Activation Threshold''', make certain that when speaking, the white line can go beyond the set line that indicates the percentage. An average threshold is between 5-10%. It is generally not recommended to have the threshold beyond 30% unless an external microphone is plugged in and very sensitive.

Lastly, make sure that Microphone Behavior is set to '''Toggle''', or '''Push To Talk'''. You may also have your microphone set to Always On, but is not typically recommended.

=== PC / SteamVR ===
Make sure the '''Current Device''' is accurate for the microphone you want to use. If applicable, check to see if the external microphone is plugged in or connected, turned on, ''and'' not muted. Check recording devices in Windows by going to '''Sound settings''' or '''Sound mixer options''', to make sure the correct microphone is set to default.

If you are connected to VRChat using SteamVR, open the SteamVR dashboard, and review your audio settings to make sure your recording device is set correctly.

=== Quest===
When launching VRChat for the first time, make sure VRChat was given permission to let you use your microphone. If not, you can enable permissions by opening the Meta Quest dashboard, and navigating by clicking Settings > Apps > VRChat. You may also have to check the Meta Quest dashboard to see if your microphone is muted. The native Quest version of VRChat should detect your device's microphone by default.

===Mobile===
By default, your microphone is in "push to talk" (PTT) mode. You have to hold down the button to talk, and let go to stop talking. If the icon is white, no audio is detected. If the icon is red, it means audio is being detected, but you are '''not''' broadcasting your voice. If the icon is blue, audio is detected and you are broadcasting your voice.

When holding down the talk button, the audio in VRChat becomes quiet to prevent audio from leaking, or echoing from your broadcasted voice. If your voice is not getting picked up, you may need to go to the Apps Permissions section of your device's settings to enable microphone and audio. If connecting headphones to your devices, via jack or Bluetooth, check if those headphones have a built-in microphone and make sure it is enabled. By connecting headphones, you will also have the ability to set your microphone behavior to Toggle, or Always On.

==Alternatives for communication==
Users who are mute can also communicate using the '''Chatbox''' to type their message, and display it over their avatar. This can be done by opening the [[Action Menu]], by pressing ''''R'''<nowiki/>' on desktop, navigating to Options, or Tools, and using the Chatbox from there. If using a keyboard, a user can press the ''''Y'''<nowiki/>' hotkey to instantly open the Chatbox. Controllers can also be set to have a binding for the Chatbox.

In addition to the '''Chatbox''', there are specialized '''speech-to-text (STT)''' and '''text-to-speech (TTS)''' software options that can enhance communication within VRChat, typically via [[OSC]]. These tools convert spoken words into text in real-time, allowing users to communicate verbally without speaking directly. The generated text can be displayed in the Chatbox, offering an alternative way to participate in conversations.

Worlds may also feature '''pens, pencils, or markers''' to draw with. While limited, some mutes may utilize a list of '''Emojis''' to express their communication. Some mutes may solely rely on '''body language''' or answering 'yes or no' questions.

VRChat's hard-of-hearing, and deaf community developed [https://wiki.vrchat.com/wiki/Community:Sign_language_in_VRChat sign language] interpretation for expansive communication. VRChat also allows for a user to add their signed languages, or 'no lingustic content' to the languages displayed on their profile.
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Community:Sign language in VRChat

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'''Sign language''' is a silent method of communication between users in VRChat. There are many users on VRChat who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, and/or are able to communicate through signed languages.

== Language support ==
VRChat supports numerous languages within their User Interface. There are ongoing efforts to support more languages for the platform. In addition, VRChat allows a user to display one's known languages, and signed languages on their bio.

* English
** American Sign Language (ASL)
** Auslan (ASF) [Australian]
** British Sign Language (BSL)
** New Zealand Sign Language (NZS)
* French
** Langue des signes française (FSL)
* German
** Deutsche Gebärdensprache (DSE) [German]

* Dutch
** Nederlandse Gebarentaal (GSG) [Netherlands]
* Japanese
** 日本手語 (JSL)
* Korean
** 한국 수화 언어 (KSL)
* No Linguistic Content (ZXX)

== Sign language methods ==
[[File:VRChat Oculus Controls.png|thumb|A visual demonstration of hand gestures that can be made in VRChat, using Meta and Oculus controllers.]]
Expressing sign language in VRChat is possible, but can be limited, due to the lack of variation with finger control, such as crossing fingers on controllers. It is also possible to utilize hand and finger tracking within VRChat to communicate better with sign language.

=== With controllers ===

==== Using gestures ====
By default, using VRChat on controllers will allow access to eight gestures on an [[Avatars|avatar]]. Despite the limitations, interpretations of sign language can still be communicated through these controllers. The eight gestures are as follows:

* Normal
* Open (splayed)
* Victory
* Point
* Finger gun
* Thumbs up
* Fist
* Rock 'n' roll

Using these combinations of gestures makes it possible to convey many words, phrases, and sentences to other users.

==== Without gestures ====
Some controllers, like the Index Knuckles, do not use gestures. Instead, each controller has sensors for each finger, which can sense each finger to show if it's open, closed, or in between, like a lever. Using a controller in this manner makes it possible to express different words and phrases in sign language, which gestures cannot provide.

It is also optional for other controllers to emulate hand control without gestures in a similar manner, with more limited capability, such as less control on the middle, ring, and little finger.

=== With hand tracking ===
VRChat offers hand tracking support for many headsets, which allow for more finesse and versatility using hand and finger movements that controllers cannot replicate.

== Communities ==
Users in the VRChat community have created different groups for deaf, and hard-of-hearing people to gather. Some users in VRChat also teach different sign languages. For example, educational courses and meet-and-greets are hosted by some of these groups, which aim to teach users how to practice communicating in sign language.

==== Examples of accessibility groups ====

* [https://vrc.group/FRDEAF.4948 FRDeaf] (FRDEAF.4948) [French]
* [https://vrc.group/VRGSL.0465 Global Sign Language] (VRGSL.0465)
* [https://vrc.group/HANDS.0010 Helping Hands] (HANDS.0010)
* [https://vrc.group/SLTONI.8021 The Silent Oni] (SLTONI.8021)
* [https://vrc.group/ASLHSR.1444 Star Rail ASL] (ASLHSR.1444)

== Official resources ==

* [https://creators.vrchat.com/platforms/pc/steamvr-drivers/ SteamVR Skeletal Hand Tracking Driver Guide] on docs.vrchat.com

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0I2Ec4JsrE Quest 2 Finger Tracking] on YouTube

== Community resources ==

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7xs4VOaC4w ''The Deaf and Hard of Hearing of VRChat''] by Twice, on YouTube.
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6CPWBdLAiE ''The VRChat Dialect of Sign Language''] by The Virtual Reality Show, on YouTube.
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-vYOlN5qQY ''The Hidden World of Sign Language in VR''] by Ikenna, on YouTube.

=== Media coverage ===
There has been some external media coverage regarding sign language within VRChat.

* [https://www.gamerevolution.com/news/617632-deaf-vrchat-players-asl-sign-language-index-vr ''Deaf VRChat players are inventing their own sign language''] by GameRevolution, on November 18, 2019.
* [https://www.gamesradar.com/while-meta-is-still-working-on-introducing-legs-vrchat-has-finger-tracking-technology-so-that-sign-language-can-be-used/ ''VRChat gets finger tracking good enough for sign language''] by GamesRadar, on October 31, 2022.
* [https://www.thegamer.com/vrchat-sign-language-support/ ''Social Game VRChat Provides New Possibilities for Sign Language Support''] by TheGamer, on October 31, 2022.
* [https://www.uploadvr.com/vrchat-native-hand-tracking-pc/ ''VRChat Now Has Support for Hand Tracking on PC''] by UploadVR, on August 14, 2024.

== See also ==

* [[Social]]
* [[Groups]]
* [[Community:Mute]]
* [[Community:Culture]]

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