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# Change a Camera's Orientation

Rotate a camera’s view for optimal positioning

Sometimes, cameras can achieve a better field of view when installed in a non-standard orientation. For example, mounting a camera at a 90° angle can provide full coverage of a long hallway or stairwell. You need to change the camera’s orientation in Command if it is installed in a non-standard orientation.

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Install cameras with the status LED pointing toward the floor for the live feed to appear as expected in normal orientation.
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## Configuration

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**In Verkada Command, go to All Products > Cameras .**
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**Select the camera you want to configure.**
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**At the bottom right, click Settings.**
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**Under Device > Orientation, click** <i class="fa-pencil-line">:pencil-line:</i>**.**

a. Select an orientation mode.\
b. Click **Save** to confirm changes.

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[Fisheyes](https://www.verkada.com/security-cameras/fisheye/) supports 3 additional view modes: Panoramic, Four-Way Split, and Pan-Tilt-Zoom. See [Change Fisheye View Modes](/verkada-cameras/configuration/view-and-edit-camera-settings/change-fisheye-view-modes.md) for more information.
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