SpliT9: A novel split keyboard for virtual reality

In this paper we are proposing a new form of keyboard text input within virtual reality, SpliT9. We first built and evaluated two split keyboard models in virtual reality systems, one split keyboard using the Oculus Quest controllers and one using hand tracking. After testing and performing heuristic evaluations on each, we were able to draw design requirements for features for our new proposed split keyboard, SpliT9. After building the new split keyboard, we tested all three with users to see if it improved their overall experience.