# Remote controlling a test execution

> Take remote control of a running test execution using your local mouse and keyboard.

You start remote control from the live stream window of the running execution. It is available only when Test Manager is delivered through Test Cloud.

## Prerequisites

* The **Remotely control live stream of automated executions** permission in your Test Manager role.
* A running test execution with its [live stream open](https://docs.uipath.com/test-manager/automation-cloud/latest/user-guide/viewing-the-live-stream).
* [Remote control is enabled](https://docs.uipath.com/test-manager/automation-cloud/latest/user-guide/enabling-live-streaming-and-remote-control) for the test set or test execution.

## Steps

1. In the live stream window, select **Take remote control**.
2. Use your local mouse and keyboard to control the robot session.

## Result

You control the robot session running the test execution with your local mouse and keyboard.