# Tracking Flare Position

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The Optical Flares position can be animated manually or linked directly to your scene tracking data. This tip works with additional 2D Flares as well.<br>

1. Track footage with a tracking node&#x20;
2. Select the animation menu on the Position XY parameter for Optical Flares&#x20;
3. Choose “Link to” and select the tracker number.