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Getting Started Tutorials

Getting Started Tutorials - Basics to Get Flying Fast
Start flying autonomous missions as fast as possible by reviewing these videos and tutorials. We r...
Setup Basics for Mobile App and Web App
Install the Dronelink Mobile App, visit the Dronelink Web App and login for the first time! Step 1...
Getting Started - App Intro and Running a On-the-Fly Waypoints Path and Follow Mission
On-the-fly functions are the easiest way to get started using Dronelink and does not require missi...
Getting Started with a Waypoints Mission
Learn how to use Dronelink for Waypoint missions. Start by creating a mission plan from a waypoint...
Getting Started with a Mapping Mission
Learn how to use Dronelink for Mapping. Start by creating a mission plan using the map template, m...
Explore Public Missions
Explore public missions plans from Dronelink and from users around the world. Click on a mission p...

What are the system requirements? Supported drones and devices?
Dronelink is supported across a variety of drones, mobile devices and operating systems. See list ...
When will Dronelink add support for DJI's new drones?
Dronelink is built on the DJI Mobile SDK, which does not always include support for DJI's latest d...
Does Dronelink offer support?
Yes, the best way to get support is by posting to the forums (free user registration required): G...
Why should I trust Dronelink to fly my drone?
Dronelink was created by Jim McAndrew, a software architect and drone enthusiast from Austin, Texa...
What makes Dronelink different or better than other apps?
Most flight automation apps are limited to uploading missions to the drone for execution. This app...
How do I install the Dronelink mobile app?
Install the mobile app directly from the Apple App Store, or Google Play Store. ...

October 2022 - Product Updates - More Flight Dashboard Features / Time Saving Mission Planning Features
In app version 4.1, the new Modern Flight Dashboard features allow pilots to have more camera cont...
Sign up for product updates
Sign up to receive product updates from Dronelink, including new drone support and features. You w...
September 2022 - Product Updates - Modern Flight Dashboard and Autel EVO II Support
Support for Autel EVO II Series drones, with a modern flight dashboard user experience across iOS ...
June 2022 - Product Updates - Mission Planner 2.0
The Mission Planner 2.0 release greatly simplifies mission planning across all devices, with updat...
February 2022 - Product Updates
Learn about new product updates; including new features, improved usability, and new drone support...
November 2021 - Product Updates
The Dronelink team continues to perform product updates; improving usability, adding new features,...

Waypoints Mission Component - Intro
The Waypoints mission component (previously Path) includes multiple waypoints connected by a path ...
Waypoints - While Moving Camera Actions
While Moving Camera Actions can be added on Waypoints and Path Actions. The selected action will o...
Waypoints - Full Stop Camera Actions
Full Stop Camera Actions can be added on Waypoints and Path Actions. The selected action will occu...
Waypoints - Advanced Actions (Heading, Orbit, Hover)
When editing Waypoints mission component, it is possible to add various actions to either Waypoint...

Basic Mapping - Map Mission Component Intro
The Map mission component is used to capture data for creating orthomosaics / orthophotos / 3D mod...
Advanced Mapping - Grid Pattern and Oblique Gimbal Pitch
Unlock oblique camera angles and grid patterns with Advanced Mapping plans. These mapping feature...
Terrain Follow (AGL) in Map Missions
Terrain Follow can be enabled to fly a constant altitude above ground level (AGL) based on the gr...
Expert Mapping - Heading, Photo Type, Capture Speed, Multiple Payloads
Learn more about Expert Mapping features available in Starter and Growth business plans. These inc...
Time vs Distance Capture Priority
The Capture Priority setting in a Map or Facade component determines how photos are triggered duri...
Import Boundary Points KML for Map Missions
When mission planning with the Map mission component, it is possible to import KML boundary points...

Basic Orbits - Orbit Mission Component Intro
The Orbit Mission Component flies a circle around a point of interest (POI) at a set altitude, hei...
Advanced Orbits - Spirals, Multiple and Partial Rotations
Advanced Orbits can be used to create spirals and partial orbits (arcs) that start and stop at dif...
Photo Mission Component
The Photo mission component takes a single photo at a specified altitude and heading with the dron...
Pano Mission Component
The Pano mission component automatically captures a series of photos at a location to be used with...
Hover Mission Component
The Hover Mission Component stops the drone at a location and hovers for a set period of time, def...
Basic Facades - Facade Mission Component
The Facade Mission Component is for vertical mapping. Use Facades for inspections and reality mode...

Mobile App Account Home Page
Before you login, the home screen will display Signup and Login Options. Login to Account Once lo...
Modern Flight Dashboard Overview
Dronelink's mobile app Flight Dashboard can be used to fly autonomous missions, create new ones on...
Mission Planning on Mobile
Mission plan directly in the Dronelink mobile app, on either a phone or tablet. Creating new or ed...
Starting Flying a Pre-Planned Mission
The missions you plan on the web or mobile app will be immediately available on your mobile device...
Pausing and Resuming a Mission
Missions can be paused and resumed. A mission can be paused by the pilot, or paused automatically ...
View and Hide Flight Statuses
The Flight Dashboard shows a colored flight status message on the top. Green means it is safe to f...

Getting Started
Welcome to Dronelink! There are a lot of resources to help you get started. Let's jump in! 1. Qu...
Create New Missions Using Templates
To Create anything new in Dronelink, start by selecting the Create button from your home page. ...
Mission Planner
The Dronelink Mission Planner is where you create, edit, and preview missions. You can mission pla...
Mission Preview
Before flying your mission in the real world, use the Mission Preview to fly your mission with a v...
Navigating the Home Screen, Using Search and Filters
The Home Screen of your account is where you access all your mission plans, flights, repositories,...
Export to Google Earth for 3D Preview and Playback
Learn how to export a mission to Google Earth to preview in 3D. Either using the Google Earth appl...