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Motor Encoder code. LabVIEW

So this year for FRC we are using an arm system with motors that are geared down so much they are non-back drivable meaning when there is no power applied to them the won't move. What I want to accomplish in LabVIEW is to be able to push a button and have a motor go to a certain position. and in reality a button would be able to move several motors simultaneously to certain predefined positions. I've been told that the encoders we use are relative encoders and so that changes how this can be accomplished a bit. Any help would be appreciated.

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