> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.simplebooth.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.simplebooth.com/customization-guide/basic-setup/main-preset-settings/touchless-mode.md).

# Touchless Mode

Run your booth in **Touchless Mode** to provide participants with a more hygienic, hands-free experience. This mode uses gesture-based controls and QR codes so guests can capture and receive their photos without ever touching the iPad screen.

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#### Enabling Touchless Mode <a href="#h_314ae10ddb" id="h_314ae10ddb"></a>

Activating Touchless Mode is simple and can be done from your preset settings.

1. Go to your [**Presets** list](https://app.simplebooth.com/presets).
2. Select the preset you want to edit.
3. In the General Settings section at the top, enable Touchless Mode.

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#### Participant Experience

In Touchless Mode, the standard "Tap to Start" screen is replaced with a gesture-guided interface.

* **Starting the Session**: Participants interact with the booth by holding up their palm to the camera. The app detects the gesture to trigger the countdown.
* **Reviewing Photos**: After the photo is taken, participants can use a hand gesture to choose whether to keep the photo or retake it.
* **Receiving the Photo**: At the end of the session, a unique QR code appears on the screen. Participants simply scan the code with their smartphone camera to open their photo in the online gallery.

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#### Limitations and Unsupported Features <a href="#h_8481ade8c4" id="h_8481ade8c4"></a>

Because Touchless Mode is designed to eliminate all physical contact with the screen, certain features that require manual input or selection are disabled:

* [**Custom Start Screens**](/customization-guide/experience-designer/pre-capture/start-screen.md): The booth uses a specialized start screen to guide users through the hand gestures.
* [**Rear-Facing Camera**](/customization-guide/experience-designer/capture/camera-settings.md): Touchless Mode is only supported using the front-facing (selfie) camera.
* [**Age Gate**](/customization-guide/experience-designer/pre-capture/age-gate.md): This feature is disabled as it requires manual date entry.
* [**Multiple Layouts**](/customization-guide/layout-designer/layout-designer-overview.md): Only the first layout in your preset list will be used.
* [**Photo Editing**](/customization-guide/experience-designer/post-capture/edit-tools.md): Participants cannot apply filters, digital props, or "Glam" effects.
* [**Data Capture**](/customization-guide/experience-designer/post-capture/data-capture.md): Forms requiring text entry (names, emails, etc.) are disabled.
* [**Sharing Options**](/customization-guide/experience-designer/post-capture/send-and-print.md): All sharing methods (Text, Email, Print) are disabled except for QR codes.
* [**Background Replacement**](/customization-guide/experience-designer/pre-capture/background-replacement.md): While background replacement still works, participants cannot choose between multiple backgrounds; the booth will automatically use the first background in your list.


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