# Changing the Settings

### **Changing the Settings via the Panel**

1. **Access Your Server Panel**  
    Log in to the [Ridgeline Servers Control Panel](https://panel.ridgelineservers.com/).
2. **Navigate to the Files Section**
    
    
    - Click on the **Files** tab in the left-hand menu.
    - Open the `server.properties` file by clicking on it.
3. **Locate the View and Simulation Distance Settings**
    
    
    - Find the lines: ```
        view-distance=10
        simulation-distance=10
        
        ```
    - The numbers next to each setting represent the current distance value (in chunks).
4. **Edit the Values**
    
    
    - **View Distance**: Determines how many chunks around players are loaded and visible.
    - **Simulation Distance**: Controls the number of chunks where entities and redstone mechanisms remain active.
        
        Modify the numbers as desired:
        
        
        - **Lower Values** improve server performance but reduce visibility and activity range.
        - **Higher Values** enhance gameplay but require more server resources.
5. **Save Your Changes**
    
    
    - After editing, click **Save** in the file editor.
6. **Restart Your Server**  
    For the changes to take effect, restart your server through the **Terminal/Console**.

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### **Tips for Choosing the Right Values**

- **View Distance**:
    
    
    - Default is typically `10`. Adjust between `6` and `10` for most servers.
    - Lower settings are ideal for performance on servers with many players or limited resources.
- **Simulation Distance**:
    
    
    - Default is typically `10`. Adjust between `5` and `10` based on your server's needs.
    - Lower simulation distances can reduce lag caused by entity processing and redstone mechanisms.

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### **Additional Notes**

- Both settings directly impact server performance. Monitor your server's **TPS (Ticks Per Second)** after changes to ensure smooth gameplay.
- Lowering these settings can improve the connection for players with slower internet.

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**Additional Help**  
If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, open a support ticket via the [Billing Area](https://billing.ridgelineservers.com/tickets). Our support team is ready to assist you.