> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.boomerang3.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.boomerang3.com/boomerang-3-user-manual/dashboard/missions/mission-handling/start-mission.md).

# Start mission

Start a mission from the web client or directly on the BTiny sensor.

{% stepper %}
{% step %}

### Open the mission sensor MP

Click the mission sensor MP (for example, `TPatrol sensor 1`) in the Dashboard.

<figure><img src="/files/mmFViFPHFAxl8uxi8OE3" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Transport Control buttons <img src="/files/FJw5NpLdXFA1knSX4kzD" alt="" data-size="line"> are located on the right side of the mission field.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Start the mission

Choose one of these methods:

* **Boomerang web client**: Click **Start mission** ![](/files/7RQJUSn7cupcjNfwXl7S) button and sign.
* **BTINY009 button**: Press the blue tactile button on the sensor. The sensor must be within wireless range of a **Cloud Connector**.

<figure><img src="/files/tQoHo0wS5j00e8iaRGlK" alt=""><figcaption><p>BTINY009</p></figcaption></figure>
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

{% hint style="info" %}
If you do not see the Start mission action, verify your user rights for the measuring point.
{% endhint %}


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