When does the Ring doorbell start recording?

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Question: when does the Ring doorbell camera start recording? When there is motion on the street it records that. The street is a good 20 feet or more away from the front door. But it doesn't start to record a person until they are AT the front door. Why does it start recording then and not at the street??

Caitlyn_Ring · Answer

Hi @jerryz55. You may also try adjusting some of the Motion Settings on your Doorbell, or even the placement or angle it is positioned at. Check out our [Guide to Optimizing your Doorbell's Motion](https://community.ring.com/t/caitlyn-s-guide-to-optimizing-your-doorbell-s-motion-detection/48107) Detection for some helpful tips and tricks, including information on the placement of your Doorbell, as that can also affect the Motion Detection. :)