Cinema Mode
Cinema Mode turns GlobalQuake into a hands-free monitoring display. The globe automatically rotates and zooms to focus on significant earthquakes as they are detected, making it ideal for background monitoring or livestream setups.
What is Cinema Mode
When active, Cinema Mode continuously scans for earthquakes that meet alert criteria and smoothly transitions the camera to focus on each one. It prioritizes the earthquake with the highest alert level, ensuring the most important events are always front and center.
If jumpToAlert is enabled, the globe will also jump to any earthquake that triggers an alert notification.
Using Cinema Mode
When you manually navigate with the keyboard, cinema mode deactivates so you can freely explore the globe.
Cinema mode is enabled by default on startup (cinemaModeOnStartup). You can disable this in settings if you prefer to start in manual mode.
Configuration
Cinema mode behavior is controlled through several settings accessible in the properties panel:
Adjust these values to suit your monitoring preferences. A longer switch time gives more time to observe each event, while a larger zoom multiplier provides a wider view of the surrounding region.
Use Cases
- Background monitoring — Leave GlobalQuake running on a second screen while you work, with the globe automatically highlighting activity.
- Livestreams and broadcasts — Use cinema mode as a dynamic backdrop for earthquake-focused content.
- Conference displays — Set up a kiosk or lobby display that passively shows global seismic activity.

