Minecraft 1.18: What is Simulation Distance?

Here's an explanation regarding Minecraft 1.18 Simulation Distance settings and the difference compared to Rendering Distance.

Minecraft: What is Simulation Distance?

I am running a 1.18 world on a $4 Realms subscription and want to up the render distance beyond what it is now. The current distance doesn't allow me to display the

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What is Minecraft 1.18 Simulation Distance

Minecraft: What is Simulation Distance?