#How to turn on mytracks location servide android#
I’m not exactly sure, because Android has so many different “flavours” and settings across Android devices are different. I looked up the settings for Samsung Galaxy s8. Tap Locating method to select how your location is determined: Tap settings app icon Settings > connections settings icon Connections > Location. If presented with Google Location consent, tap Agree.Īdditionally, ensure this is turned on too: If presented with the Location consent screen, tap Agree. Tap the Location switch to turn on Switch On icon or off Switch Off icon. Navigate: Settings > Biometrics and security Biometrics and security icon > Location. Note These instructions apply to Standard mode and the default Home screen layout. Let me know if that fixes your issue or if you continue to have problems.įrom a Home screen, touch and swipe up or down to display all apps. The Location Services will be located in your device settings. Since, Android may consider the app not being used while your screen is turned off. You may also need to change your Location Services to Always on, instead of while using the app. For example, if you are experiencing inaccurate GPS readings while you are in an open field, you can change to Keep All Fixes and it will give you more readings so it will be more accurate for Time and Distance. You can check your GPS Track Settings and apply the settings that apply to the environment you are in. IOS: Settings > Avenza Maps > Cellular Data > Turn offĪndroid: Avenza Maps > Settings > GPS > Only Use Satellite Fixes > Turn OnĢ. There is also a setting that can fix this: The easiest way to do this is to turn off your mobile network while using the app. A network connection for location accuracy is not as consistent, reliable, or precise as a GPS fixture. Network Fixtures are based on your cellphone’s connection to the nearest cell phone tower. Ensure that you are using GPS Fixtures and not Network Fixtures. The battery setting you have is correct, however, you may also need to change some other settings.ġ.