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# Basic Simulation

You can create your own personal log in for the **Unitree Go App** and enter simulation mode to practice the movements and functionality of the Robot Dog in a virtual environment. We recommend this to familiarise yourself with the general controls. 

<figure><img src="/files/oHVErcT0YMv6d7qgKZp0" alt=""><figcaption><p>Homescreen appearance on a personal device.</p></figcaption></figure>

## Interface

<figure><img src="/files/kQbfPQFQ3LSxl4kVME4J" alt=""><figcaption><p>Simulation Mode with RobotDog Actions<br>1: Movement Control<br>2: Rotational Control</p></figcaption></figure>

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You can simulate the **General** and **Advanced** Modes on the controller without connecting to the RobotDog.&#x20;

A good guide of simulation is to familiarise with:

1. Combine the use of both joysticks to control movement, use the rotational control to assist the movement of the RobotDog in different directions.
2. Test the different speed of movement (walk & run). The simulation will demonstrate inertia from the RobotDog where it will not stop immediately in place after running, this is useful when operating the RobotDog in real-life.
3. Other gestures such as sitting and crouching.


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