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The MeshChatX Android APK runs on Meta Quest 2, Quest 3, Quest 3S, and Quest Pro. Quest headsets run a modified Android runtime, so the same universal APK published for phones and tablets can be installed by sideloading.

MeshChatX opens as a 2D panel inside your VR environment. It is not a native VR application. You get the full MeshChatX web UI in a floating window while you remain in your Quest home space.

!MeshChatX running on Meta Quest 2

• A Meta Quest 2 or newer headset

• A Meta account with Developer Mode enabled

• SideQuest on your PC (desktop app) or access to the SideQuest web installer

• A USB-C cable (for wired sideloading) or a working wireless ADB setup

Download the latest signed Android APK from the MeshChatX releases page. Release assets are named like T383838meshchatx-*-release-signed.apk.

You can also build the APK yourself; see android/README.md.

1. Install the Meta Horizon app on your phone and pair your headset.

2. Open Menu -> Devices -> select your headset -> Developer Mode.

3. Turn Developer Mode on and accept the prompt on the headset if asked.

Developer Mode is required for sideloading and for SideQuest to see the device.