arXiv · 2609.03665
PlanePivoting: Exploration and Optimization of Gaze-Mouse Cursor Alignment for Spatial Object Translation
Abstract
As XR matures into a ubiquitous computing platform, the disconnect between 2D and 3D input modalities remains a critical barrier to seamless workflow. Frequent transitions between the mouse for 2D precision and hand gestures for 3D manipulation induce significant physical fatigue and cognitive load. To address this, we introduce PlanePivoting, a multimodal interaction technique that extends standard mouse input into 3D space by leveraging gaze-mouse alignment. This technique dynamically modulates the translation plane based on the spatial overlap between the gaze and mouse cursor, eliminating the need for physical input modality switching. To systematically explore the foundational design space of gaze-mouse coordination and optimize key variables, we conducted a user study comparing PlanePivoting with a standard 3D Gizmo interface across two translation mapping profiles and two gaze cursor apertures. Results demonstrate that PlanePivoting outperforms the Gizmo on efficiency metrics while maintaining comparable precision and yielding higher subjective satisfaction. This study demonstrates the potential of gaze-mouse alignment for efficient spatial manipulation between 2D and 3D environments.
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Jinwook Kim, Sangmin Park, Jihyeon Lee, Sang Ho Yoon, Jeongmi Lee. 2026-09-03. PlanePivoting: Exploration and Optimization of Gaze-Mouse Cursor Alignment for Spatial Object Translation. https://arxiv.org/abs/2609.03665
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