Let’s get started in 10 steps!

  1. Download the Hapticlabs desktop application (referred to as Hapticlabs Studio):

0.4.1 Windows: Download Hapticlabs

0.4.1 MacOS: Download Hapticlabs

0.4.1 MacOS M1: Download Hapticlabs

  1. Unzip the folder and launch Hapticlabs Studio by clicking on Hapticlabs.exe (Windows), the Hapticlabs App (MacOS), or running the executable called Hapticlabs on Linux. For trouble shooting please refer to the FAQ
  2. You might receive a warning that Hapticlabs Studio is from an unidentified developer. This occurs as Hapticlabs is still in its Beta phase and we are not yet officially listed. To continue, please follow instructions through this link.
  3. Connect the satellite unit with the USB-C cable to your computer
  4. Attach any of the provided actuator to the output-channel of the satellite unit. Read more about different actuators in the actuator section

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  1. Our hardware satellite connects automatically to Hapticlabs Studio and will greet you with a short buzz. If you are on a Windows machine you might need to install a suitable driver for the satellite to be recognised, requiring administrator rights. Follow the instruction through this link:

    Download link: Windows USB Driver

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  2. Start your project by selecting the appropriate actuator type from the dropdown menu. You can find the type of every actuator on its label.

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    <aside> ⚠️ Pay close attention if you attach an LRA, ERM or Voice coil actuator. It will have a significant impact on the haptic signal you will feel. Don’t hesitate to try out the different types if you are unsure: you can’t do any damage to the hardware when operating in the wrong mode. For more info take a look at the actuator type section.

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  3. Start by adding a new track, fill it with haptic blocks and arrange them to your liking

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