Compass calibration

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If you have some problems with your location, then a calibration of the compass could help.


Calibration of the compass via the Google Maps app:

Android 13/14/15
1. Open the app "Maps". 
2. If the location has not yet been approved for the app, click on the marked icon. Otherwise continue with step 4.Screenshot of Google Maps after opening3. "While using the app" or "Only this time".


Screenshot from Google Maps for permission to use location
4. Click on the blue point.


Screenshot from Google Maps after confirming your location, yourself
5. "Calibrate"

Screenshot after pressing on yourself and selecting “Calibrate”
6. Move/tilt your smartphone according to the instruction.
Screenshot of the message telling you to move your device
7. Move/tilt your smartphone until this picture appears.
Screenshot of successful calibration


        

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