These aren’t “basic” tips — these are things most pilots overlook. 1️⃣ Set Your RTH Correctly (Every Flight) Before takeoff: ✔ Confirm home point updated ✔ Set RTH above obstacles ✔ Make sure it’s set to Return (not hover) One wrong setting = one lost drone. 2️⃣ Turn On “Display Radar Map” In DJI Fly: Enable the small radar map. It helps you: • Keep orientation • Avoid drifting • Understand positioning Especially useful in windy conditions. 3️⃣ Adjust EXP Settings (Stick Sensitivity) Go to: Control → Advanced → EXP Lower the curve slightly for: • Smoother footage • Less jerky movement • More precision control Huge difference for cinematic shots. 4️⃣ Use Histogram, Not Just Your Eyes Turn on Histogram. Your screen brightness can trick you. Histogram tells you: ✔ If you’re overexposed ✔ If shadows are crushed ✔ If highlights are blown out 5️⃣ Lock Exposure Before Recording Tap and hold on the screen to lock exposure. Prevents brightness changes mid-shot. 6️⃣ Check Compass & IMU Status (But Don’t Over-Calibrate) Only calibrate when: • Prompted • You traveled far • You see drift Over-calibration can cause issues. 7️⃣ Battery Management Rule Never store batteries at 100% long term. Fly them down. Let auto-discharge work. Protect battery lifespan. 👇 What DJI model are you flying? Mini? Air? Mavic? Matrice? I’ll give you one advanced tip specific to your drone. Smart pilots use smart settings. ✈️🔥