Calibrate GPS - how it works

If you calibrate the GPS from Google Maps, the display will be more accurate. We show you how this works in this practical tip.

Calibrate GPS - you should be aware of this beforehand

1. Stand on a vacant position for calibration.
2. Google Maps or a compass app of your choice should be open.
3. You have to move the device for calibration. But don't do it too hastily.
4. For a Samsung device, select "+ # 0 + #" in the phone menu. A menu window now opens. Select "Sensor" here to easily calibrate the compass.

Calibrate GPS - how it works

If the blue dot beam in Google Maps no longer points in the right direction or is too wide, you will need to recalibrate the GPS.

1. Open the Google Maps app or any other compass app.
2. Guide an eight through the air several times with your smartphone or tablet. This is how the GPS is calibrated.
3. The compass beam should now point in the right direction and be narrower.