Meta Quest 3 — Basics

Quick reference for headset fit, power, lens (IPD) adjustment, and volume.

Head Strap Fit

Meta Quest 3 battery strap rear dial and top strap
Rear Dial — tighten/loosen
Top Strap — height/angle
Loosen first, put on, then tighten with the rear dial. Use the top strap to set height.
  • Before wearing, loosen the rear dial.
  • Place the headset, then turn the dial until snug (not tight).
  • Adjust the top strap so the display sits comfortably and the image is centered.

Power

Meta Quest 3 right side showing power button
Power Button
Battery Strap
Hold the Power Button to turn on/off. Tap once to wake/sleep.
  • Turn On: Hold the power button until the screen lights up.
  • Sleep/Wake: Tap the power button once.
  • Turn Off: Hold, then confirm on-screen to power down.
  • Battery Strap: Extends playtime and balances weight.

Lens (IPD) Adjustment

Meta Quest 3 interior lenses with IPD slider
IPD Wheel — lens spacing
Rotate wheel until the image is sharp and comfortable.
  • Rotate wheel to move lenses closer or farther apart.
  • Stop when text/edges look crisp and your eyes feel relaxed.
  • If sharing a headset, each person should adjust the lenses for themselves.

Volume

Meta Quest 3 underside showing volume buttons
Volume + / −
Use the volume rocker on the underside (right side).
  • Buttons are on the underside toward the right.
  • Press + to increase, − to decrease.
  • On‑screen indicator shows current level.