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The “Follow” feature in the Litchi drone app allows your DJI drone to automatically track and follow a subject—typically using your mobile device’s GPS coordinates. This feature is especially useful for capturing dynamic, hands-free footage of moving subjects like people, vehicles, or cyclists.

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🔍 How Litchi’s Follow Mode Works
• Uses your phone/tablet’s GPS and barometer
Unlike DJI’s native apps (which often require vision sensors or ActiveTrack), Litchi uses your device’s live location and altitude to guide the drone.
• Adjustable Camera Behavior
Choose how the drone behaves during the follow:
• Maintain a fixed distance and altitude
• Face toward the subject or maintain a fixed heading
• Control the gimbal pitch automatically
• Safe & Smooth Tracking
The drone keeps a constant position relative to you (e.g. behind, to the side), making it great for solo filming.

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📋 Key Settings You Can Customize:
• Follow distance (how far behind or beside the drone stays)
• Height offset
• Yaw control (automatic, manual, or locked)
• Gimbal pitch mode (auto or manual)

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✅ Benefits of Litchi Follow:
• Works with drones like the DJI Mini 2, which lack DJI’s official “Follow Me” mode
• No visual tracking needed (no line of sight required)
• More consistent behavior in open outdoor areas

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⚠️ Limitations:
• Requires strong GPS signal on your phone
• Not obstacle-aware on most drones (no crash avoidance)
• Works best in open spaces with minimal signal interference