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Setting Up Motion Zones to Fix Motion Alert Issues for Ring Cameras

Before you begin, make sure your cam is positioned properly.

To set up your Motion Zones:

  1. Open the Ring App.
  2. Tap on
    menu (☰)
    .
  3. Tap on
    Devices
    .
  4. Tap on your cam.
  5. Tap
    Motion Settings
    .
  6. Tap the
    Edit Motion Zones
    .
    • Set your zones and motion range to your preferred area(s).
  7. Tap
    Done
    .
  8. Tap
    Save
    .

Inactive Motion Zone example Active Motion Zone example

You should now begin to receive Motion Alerts for activity in your designated zone. You can test your settings by walking in front of the camera to activate it and trigger an alert.

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Last updated 6 months ago