Q3 only owner account has option to connect automatically via link cable when cable is plugged

Hello PK!

Thanks for reaching out with your question about why the owner account on a Meta Quest headset can automatically connect via Link, while a second account can't. You're not missing anything, this behavior is actually by design, and we’re happy to explain why!

It all comes down to Developer Mode and a setting called "USB Auto-Connect." This feature allows the headset to automatically launch Link when a cable is plugged in. However, it's only available to the account that has Developer Mode enabled, and only the owner account can turn on Developer Mode.

Here’s a quick breakdown:

• Developer Mode Settings Some advanced features, like automatic Link connection, are tied to Developer Mode on the headset.
• Account Restrictions Only the owner account can enable Developer Mode, which unlocks access to settings like "USB Auto-Connect."
• Second Account Limitations Since secondary accounts can't enable Developer Mode, they don’t have access to the auto-connect feature. That’s why manual selection from the Link menu is needed.

We really appreciate your curiosity and feedback, it’s a great suggestion! If you'd like to share this idea with Meta directly, you can do so through their official feedback channels here.

Let us know if you have any other questions, we’re always happy to help!

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