Learn about accessibility features for Meta Quest
Our commitment to inclusive design means that our products and services are equipped with a range of accessibility features that make them more accessible for everyone. From color correction and closed captioning to adjustable font sizes, our accessibility features are integrated into the design of our products and services from the very beginning.
Your feedback is important to us. You can submit feedback about accessibility topics by completing our online form. Send us accessibility feedback.
Access accessibility settings during headset setup
To access accessibility settings during headset setup (after the initial update), triple press the Meta button on your right controller. You’ll then be able to change your vision, mobility or hearing settings. These settings can also be changed at any time after headset setup in the Settings app.
Adjust height
With Adjust Height, people can adjust their height within the virtual environment, providing a more comfortable and personalized experience.
To turn on Adjust Height:
- Press
Meta button or
Oculus button on your right controller to open the Navigator.
- Select
Quick controls.
- Select
Settings.
- Select
Accessibility.
- Select
Mobility then turn on Adjust Height.
Adjust audio balance
With the audio balance setting, you can adjust the audio level coming from the left and right speaker.
To adjust your audio balance:
- Press
Meta button or
Oculus button on your right controller to open the Navigator.
- Select
Quick controls.
- Select
Settings.
- Select
Accessibility.
- Select
Hearing then adjust the slider to a level that you prefer.
Manage color correction
Color correction provides people with filters to adjust how they view their virtual environment.
To adjust the color used in your headset:
- Press
Meta button or
Oculus button on your right controller to open the Navigator.
- Select
Quick controls.
- Select
Settings.
- Select
Accessibility.
- Select
Vision then turn on Color Correction and choose your color filter.
Use text to speech
Text to speech on Meta Quest can support blind and low vision accessibility, as well as improving the experience for anyone who has difficulty reading or comprehending text that is displayed on a screen. Find out more about text to speech on Meta Quest.
Use screen reader
Meta Quest's screen reader can help people with limited vision by reading out the text of buttons, describing images and assisting with audio-cued navigation. Find out more about using screen reader on Meta Quest.
Adjust display contrast
Display contrast provides people with the ability to have a high-contrast and bolder visual experience.
To adjust your display contrast:
- Press
Meta button or
Oculus button on your right controller to open the Navigator.
- Select
Quick controls.
- Select
Settings.
- Select
Accessibility.
- Select
Vision then move the Contrast slider to a level that you prefer.
Turn on live captions
Live captions let you see a text version of what people are saying. Captions are available in several languages and work in supported apps.
To turn on live captions:
- Press
Meta button or
Oculus button on your right controller to open the Navigator.
- Select
Quick controls.
- Select
Settings.
- Select
Accessibility.
- Select
Hearing then turn on Live Captions.
Turn on mono audio
Mono audio lets you combine audio channels from stereo into one source.
To turn on mono audio:
- Press
Meta button or
Oculus button on your right controller to open the Navigator.
- Select
Quick controls.
- Select
Settings.
- Select
Accessibility.
- Select
Hearing then turn on Mono Audio.
Re-map controller buttons
Re-mapping the controller lets you create different button configurations that work best for you, including changing buttons from one controller to another.
To re-map your controller buttons:
- Press
Meta button or
Oculus button on your right controller to open the Navigator.
- Select
Quick controls.
- Select
Settings.
- Select
Accessibility.
- Select
Mobility then select Re-map controller.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to finish re-mapping your controllers.
Adjust text size
Changing your text size allows you to adjust the size for the universal menu and supported apps.
To adjust your text size:
- Press
Meta button or
Oculus button on your right controller to open the Navigator.
- Select
Quick controls.
- Select
Settings.
- Select
Accessibility.
- Select
Vision then select the dropdown next to Text Size and choose the size you prefer.
Perform thumbstick calibration
Thumbstick calibration allows you to have accurate and precise control over your thumbsticks and how you interact with your virtual environment.
To calibrate your thumbsticks:
- Press
Meta button or
Oculus button on your right controller to open the Navigator.
- Select
Quick controls.
- Select
Settings.
- Select
Devices.
- Select
Controllers and then select Calibrate Left or Calibrate Right.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the thumbstick calibration process.