How to Get Better Location Info on Android

Turn on high-accuracy mode

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Settings app .
2. Tap Location.
3. At the top, switch location on.
4. Tap Mode. High accuracy.

1. How do I increase location accuracy on Android?
2. How do I increase location accuracy on my Samsung?
3. Why my location is not accurate?
4. How do I correct my location on my Android phone?
5. Can my phone be tracked if Location Services is off?
6. How accurate is Samsung phone tracker?
7. Why does Google Maps think my location is somewhere else?
8. How do I change my location on Samsung?
9. How do I calibrate my Samsung phone?
10. Why does my location say I'm somewhere else?
11. How do I fix my location?
12. How do I set my location to high accuracy?

How do I increase location accuracy on Android?

Help your phone get a more accurate location (Google Location Services a.k.a. Google Location Accuracy)

1. Swipe down from the top of the screen.
2. Touch and hold Location . If you don't find Location , tap Edit or Settings . ...
3. Tap Advanced. Google Location Accuracy.
4. Turn Improve Location Accuracy on or off.

How do I increase location accuracy on my Samsung?

Improving the location accuracy on my Samsung Phone

1. Launch your Settings and select Location.
2. Tap on Google Location Accuracy.
3. Toggle on Improve Location Accuracy.

Why my location is not accurate?

For Samsung smartphones running Android 10 OS, the location information may appear inaccurate if the GPS signal is obstructed, location settings is disabled, or if you are not using the best location method.

How do I correct my location on my Android phone?

Follow the steps below to manage your device location settings.
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Manage location permissions

1. On your Android device, open the Settings app .
2. Tap Location. App permission.
3. Tap on your browser app, like Chrome.
4. Choose location access for the browser app: Allow or Deny.

Can my phone be tracked if Location Services is off?

Yes, both iOS and Android phones can be tracked without a data connection. There are various mapping apps that have the ability to track the location of your phone even without the Internet connection.

How accurate is Samsung phone tracker?

The Tracker's location can be a little different depending on your mobile network. However, estimated locations are 90 percent accurate, so you can stay calm knowing your loved one is where they're supposed to be. To find your loved ones, the SmartThings tracker sends data to the Samsung Cloud.

Why does Google Maps think my location is somewhere else?

If Google always shows the wrong location is because you device does not provide location or is having trouble getting its location from the GPS satellites due to poor reception or other problems.

How do I change my location on Samsung?

For full information about Play Store country options, go to Google Support.

1. Open the Play Store app.
2. Tap the Menu icon (three horizontal lines).
3. Tap "Account".
4. Tap "Country and profiles". ...
5. Select your new country, then follow the instructions to update your payment method.

How do I calibrate my Samsung phone?

How to Calibrate Your Android Touchscreen on Android 5.0 and Later

1. Launch the Google Play Store.
2. Search for "Touchscreen Calibration" and tap the app.
3. Tap Install.
4. Tap Open to launch the app.
5. Tap Calibrate to start calibrating your screen.

Why does my location say I'm somewhere else?

If your location is based on network information and IP, then your location migjt be different. If you want your phone to show the correct location, turn your GPS on and use the GPS only. But this will drain your battery.

How do I fix my location?

Help your phone get a more accurate location (Google Location Services a.k.a. Google Location Accuracy)

1. Swipe down from the top of the screen.
2. Touch and hold Location . If you don't find Location , tap Edit or Settings . ...
3. Tap Advanced. Google Location Accuracy.
4. Turn Improve Location Accuracy on or off.

How do I set my location to high accuracy?

Turn on high-accuracy mode

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Settings app .
2. Tap Location.
3. At the top, switch location on.
4. Tap Mode. High accuracy.