Overlay Customization Guide
What you'll learn: How to configure every element of the data overlay to match your workflow.
Overview
The overlay displays real-time information on your captures. Every element is configurable through Settings (gear icon).
Typography
Changing Font Style
- Open Settings → Typography → Font Pairing
- Select from available options:
| Font Pairing | Description |
|---|---|
| SF Mono | Technical, monospaced (default) |
| ISOCTEUR | Engineering blueprint aesthetic |
| F5.6 | Camera aperture-inspired display |
| JetBrains | Modern developer-centric monospaced |
When to Use Which
- Field inspections: SF Mono for precision data
- Creative documentation: ISOCTEUR for distinctive look
- Professional reports: SF Mono for readability
Map Configuration
Toggle Map Visibility
Settings → Map → toggle Show Map
Map Styles
| Style | Best For |
|---|---|
| Standard | Urban environments, street context |
| Satellite | Rural areas, construction sites |
| None | Minimal overlay, faster performance |
Compass Configuration
Settings → Location → Compass Mode
| Mode | Best For |
|---|---|
| Standard | Orientation and cardinal direction |
| Building | Facade documentation (North Elevation) |
Overlay Positioning
Size (Portrait Mode)
Settings → Overlay → Magnification
Available sizes: 0.75x, 1.0x, 1.25x
Note: Landscape mode uses 1.0x fixed for consistent positioning.
Alignment
Settings → Overlay → Alignment
Options: Leading, Center, Trailing
Branding & Logo
Adding Your Logo
- Settings → Branding → Add Logo
- Select image from your photo library
- Adjust position if needed
Supported formats: PNG, JPEG
Best practice: Use transparent PNG (approx. 200x200px) for professional
documentation.
Removing Logo
Settings → Branding → Remove Logo
Quick Note Templates
Quick Note Templates allow you to pre-fill frequent site observations and status updates.
Using Templates
- Tap the Note area on the camera screen.
- Tap the Templates (document) icon.
- Select a template to apply it immediately.
Alias Expansion (Power User Shortcut)
Each template can have a 2-4 letter Alias.
- In the note input field, type the alias (e.g.,
dr). - Double-tap the spacebar.
- The alias expands to the full text (e.g.,
000 | PN 00 | DRILLING).
Character Limits
The overlay supports notes up to 100 characters. This limit ensures the data remains legible and doesn't obscure the center of your documentation.
Project Profiles
Project Profiles allow you to save and switch between different sets of project and client metadata quickly.
Managing Profiles
- Settings → Project Profiles
- Add Profile (+) to create a new preset
- Tap a profile to set it as Active
Each profile stores:
- Project Name
- Client Name
- File Name Prefix
- Default Quick Note (Optional)
Quick Switch
You can also switch profiles directly from the main camera screen by tapping the active project name in the top overlay (if enabled).
Project Information
Project Name
Displays on every capture for organization. Pre-filled from the active Project Profile.
- Settings → Project → Project Name
- Enter your project identifier
Client Name
Settings → Project → Client Name
Resetting to Default
To quickly clear the Project Name and Client Name fields:
- Settings → Project
- Tap Reset to Default
Field Visibility
Control which data fields appear on the overlay:
| Field | Toggle Location |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | Settings → Fields |
| GPS Coordinates | Settings → Fields |
| Address | Settings → Fields |
| Compass Heading | Settings → Location → Compass (Modes available) |
| Weather | Settings → Weather (Shows "Cached" if offline) |
| Content Creds | Settings → Lens Labs (Requires Enrollment) |
| Project Name | Settings → Project |
Best Practices
For Documentation
- Enable all fields for maximum proof-of-work value
- Use SF Mono for data precision
- Enable map for location context
For Minimalist Captures
- Disable weather and compass if not needed
- Hide map for cleaner overlay
- Use smaller magnification (0.75x)