https://github.com/mavlink/qgroundcontrol

Cross-platform ground control station for drones (Android, iOS, Mac OS, Linux, Windows)
https://github.com/mavlink/qgroundcontrol

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Cross-platform ground control station for drones (Android, iOS, Mac OS, Linux, Windows)

• Host: GitHub
• URL: https://github.com/mavlink/qgroundcontrol
• Owner: mavlink
• Created: 2011-10-13T07:31:07.000Z (about 13 years ago)
• Default Branch: master
• Last Pushed: 2024-07-13T22:00:17.000Z (4 months ago)
• Last Synced: 2024-07-13T23:37:05.284Z (4 months ago)
• Topics: ardupilot, drone, hacktoberfest, mavlink, pixhawk, px4, qt, uas, uav
• Language: C++
• Homepage: http://qgroundcontrol.io
• Size: 471 MB
• Stars: 3,083
• Watchers: 208
• Forks: 3,447
• Open Issues: 988
• Metadata Files:
  • Readme: README.md
  • Changelog: ChangeLog.md
  • Contributing: .github/CONTRIBUTING.md
  • Code of conduct: .github/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md

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README

        



  





  

    

  



*QGroundControl* (QGC) is a highly intuitive and powerful Ground Control Station (GCS) designed for UAVs. Whether you're a first-time pilot or an experienced professional, QGC provides a seamless user experience for flight control and mission planning, making it the go-to solution for any *MAVLink-enabled drone*.

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### 🌟 *Why Choose QGroundControl?*

- *🚀 Ease of Use*: A beginner-friendly interface designed for smooth operation without sacrificing advanced features for pros.

- *✈️ Comprehensive Flight Control*: Full flight control and mission management for *PX4* and *ArduPilot* powered UAVs.

- *🛠️ Mission Planning*: Easily plan complex missions with a simple drag-and-drop interface.

🔍 For a deeper dive into using QGC, check out the [User Manual](https://docs.qgroundcontrol.com/en/) – although, thanks to QGC's intuitive UI, you may not even need it!

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### 🚁 *Key Features*

- 🕹️ *Full Flight Control*: Supports all *MAVLink drones*.

- ⚙️ *Vehicle Setup*: Tailored configuration for *PX4* and *ArduPilot* platforms.

- 🔧 *Fully Open Source*: Customize and extend the software to suit your needs.

🎯 Check out the latest updates in our [New Features and Release Notes](https://github.com/mavlink/qgroundcontrol/blob/master/ChangeLog.md).

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### 💻 *Get Involved!*

QGroundControl is *open-source*, meaning you have the power to shape it! Whether you're fixing bugs, adding features, or customizing for your specific needs, QGC welcomes contributions from the community.

🛠️ Start building today with our [Developer Guide](https://dev.qgroundcontrol.com/en/) and [build instructions](https://dev.qgroundcontrol.com/en/getting_started/).

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### 🔗 *Useful Links*

- 🌐 [Official Website](http://qgroundcontrol.com)

- 📘 [User Manual](https://docs.qgroundcontrol.com/en/)

- 🛠️ [Developer Guide](https://dev.qgroundcontrol.com/en/)

- 💬 [Discussion & Support](https://docs.qgroundcontrol.com/en/Support/Support.html)

- 🤝 [Contributing](https://dev.qgroundcontrol.com/en/contribute/)

- 📜 [License Information](https://github.com/mavlink/qgroundcontrol/blob/master/.github/COPYING.md)

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With QGroundControl, you're in full command of your UAV, ready to take your missions to the next level.