Simplified Directions for Wayfinding¶

Simplified Directions feature introduces a streamlined approach to wayfinding instructions for Pointr users. In contrast to traditional turn-by-turn directions, simplified directions offer a clearer and more user-friendly experience. Simplified Directions includes:

• “Follow the Line”: Guides the user to follow the current active path
• “Enter/Exit [Building Name]”: Guides users through building entrances or exits.
• “Take [Transition Name]”: Directs users through specific transitions within the navigation route.

These simplified directions aim to reduce confusion, especially around entrances and corners, providing users with directions that are less sensitive to minor movements.

Simplified Directions for Mobile SDK¶

Simplified Directions feature is off by default for Mobile SDK. However it’s possible to change Simplified Directions preferences on Pointr Cloud Dashboard for Mobile SDK. To enable simplified directions:

• Login to Pointr Cloud Dashboard
• Click “Edit” button
• Click “Advanced Configuration” button
• Click “Add new” button on SDK section
• Add pathManagerConfiguration_areTurnDirectionsEnabled parameter, select value type as “Boolean” and don’t mark the check box
• Click “Confirm” button and then Publish

Simplified Directions for Web SDK¶

Simplified Directions feature is on by default for Web SDK. It is not possible to change Simplified Directions preferences to turn-by-turn directions as Blue Dot is not enabled for the user’s location to momentarily change on the Web SDK.

How does Simplified Directions feature work with Accessible Mode?¶

On the end-user’s mobile device that uses Pointr Mobile SDK, if Accessible Mode is on, Simplified Directions will be off and turn-by-turn directions will be enabled by default regardless of the preferences on Mobile SDK.