https://docs.locusmap.eu/ 2026-04-29T07:23:57+00:00 https://docs.locusmap.eu/ https://docs.locusmap.eu/lib/tpl/locus/images/favicon.ico text/html 2022-04-08T15:11:15+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:accepted_payments&rev=1649423475&do=diff Accepted payment methods ---------- Locus Map Classic can be purchased on Google Play Store. Also, the in-app purchases in the Locus Store are processed by Google. The accepted payment methods vary according to the country of the purchase: * Accepted payment methods >> text/html 2020-10-08T13:06:53+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:access_bing_google_yahoo_nokia_maps&rev=1602155213&do=diff Bing, Google, Yahoo or Nokia/Ovi maps cannot be used Locus does not support the usage of these maps as it does not comply with terms of use set by the providers of these maps. If you use these maps in Locus in spite of this fact, it is probably thanks to third-party solutions not authorized by text/html 2022-04-07T14:32:42+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:android_11_filesystem&rev=1649334762&do=diff Using Locus Map on Android 11+ file system ---------- What is this all about? In November 2021, Google launched a new file management system in Android 11 and the following versions, bringing a major change to the way Locus Map and other applications handle their data: The app has a full read/write access only to its PRIVATE FOLDER text/html 2020-10-02T16:22:28+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:android5api&rev=1601648548&do=diff Why is it not possible to use Android 5+ API in Locus for full SD card access? ---------- Locus Map works with databases. Maps, points, tracks, some settings... all of this information is stored in databases. Work with databases is two-directional - data flow text/html 2018-08-22T11:50:36+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:bt_sleep_issues&rev=1534931436&do=diff Bluetooth sleeping issues ---------- If you loose BT connection during track recording only when the display is OFF for at least 3 hours you may have a battery power saving setup issue. Following solutions do not help if you don't have stable BT connection during track recording with display allways ON. text/html 2025-10-08T16:01:56+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:classic_to_lm4&rev=1759932116&do=diff How to migrate from Locus Map Classic to Locus Map 4 ---------- Locus Map is a complex software with many customization options. Before the transfer of your data from Locus Map Classic to Locus Map 4, please pay attention to the following: * Move the main app directory to the internal storage of your phone or tablet. text/html 2022-01-05T09:32:38+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:cusom_subdirs&rev=1641371558&do=diff Transfer of custom subdirectories and external maps ---------- Previously, Locus Map could work with data (maps, SRTM data, geotagged photos...) placed in subdirectories all over the device storage. This is no longer possible due to the recent changes in the Android file system - the custom data have to be transferred to the app private folder text/html 2023-01-10T09:28:54+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:devices_older_android&rev=1673339334&do=diff Older versions of Locus Map ---------- Problems * I would like to install your app but I have a device with older Android version that is not supported by current Locus Map available in Google Play Store. * some new feature in the latest Locus Map runs slowly (or not at all) on my phone - I'd like to downgrade text/html 2019-09-13T14:25:33+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:disappearing_data&rev=1568377533&do=diff Disappearing maps, points and tracks ---------- Problem From time to time, some users complain that their Locus data mysteriously disappeared. Most often, they noticed that after their system update, after restarting the phone, and of course, after the factory reset. text/html 2020-10-02T16:23:59+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:free_maps_for_new_users&rev=1601648639&do=diff Three free LoMaps for new Locus users ---------- All new Locus Map users (both Free and Pro) are automatically rewarded with three free LoMaps. Why? It is a gift from the Locus Team to their users for installing Locus Map application. * What are LoMaps? Where can I get them? text/html 2022-04-08T16:07:47+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:getting_involved&rev=1649426867&do=diff How to get involved in Locus Map development? ---------- Locus Map translations Locus Map has been translated into many World languages. The translating process is provided by crowdsourcing project Crowdin.com and helpful users in many countries. Anybody who is willing to help with translations is welcome! text/html 2022-04-08T16:00:39+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:gps_lost_fix_android6&rev=1649426439&do=diff Why Locus loses fixed GPS location or is killed by OS in standby mode ---------- More and more users have been reporting issues with losing GPS signal during track recording when their device goes standby, resulting in direct lines instead of accurately recorded tracks. text/html 2020-10-08T12:20:30+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:how_much_does_locoin_cost&rev=1602152430&do=diff How much is LoCoin? ---------- LoCoin is virtual currency which is used for purchasing various data (map, POIs,..) in Locus Store. (Locus > Menu > Store). More about LoCoins >> How much? * 100 LoCoins is roughly 1 Euro + VAT * Why rougly? Because if you purchase more LoCoins you get couple LoCoins as a bonus: text/html 2023-05-05T12:11:10+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:how_to_add_map_shading&rev=1683281470&do=diff How to work with elevation data in Locus? ---------- Elevation data are necessary for many aspects of work with Locus: * base of calculation of route elevation gain when planning. * definition of elevation of point objects (POIs, geocaches...) * database for dynamic elevation tool (displays elevation on the position of the map cursor) text/html 2023-05-05T11:26:25+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:how_to_calibrate_compass&rev=1683278785&do=diff How to calibrate the compass on my phone? ---------- Hardware electronic compass built in your device needs sometimes calibration. Either it does not show the bearing correctly or some application prompts you about the necessity of the compass calibration. text/html 2021-04-19T11:22:42+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:how_to_create_debug_log&rev=1618824162&do=diff How to create an error message/log ---------- Logs are the best way for us to find out what causes your problems with the application. Creating an error message/log varies according to the version of Android: Devices with Android 4.2 and higher * text/html 2020-10-08T12:25:33+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:how_to_maps_sdcard&rev=1602152733&do=diff How to use maps on external SD card? ---------- Mobile inner memory capacity is still an issue for many Android users. It is still too small and soon after starting using your new device the memory is full. External SD card has always served as a solution of this problem but full read/write access to the external SD card was killed when Android 4.4.4. KitKat was launched. With it a lot of problems came for Locus users. We describe the issue thoroughly text/html 2020-10-30T11:25:19+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:how_to_navigate_offline&rev=1604053519&do=diff How to navigate and plan routes offline? ---------- Offline navigation is essential for any outdoor traveling. Bad or even no data signal in mountainous, rural or otherwise deserted areas makes online navigation useless. Locus Map in default settings offers navigation with the help of implemented online services. Firstly it is text/html 2018-11-27T13:29:29+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:install_from_android_pit&rev=1543321769&do=diff Why is it impossible to install Locus Pro from AndroidPIT? ---------- Activity of AndroidPIT store was terminated. More about this on Locus website >> ---------- Is this article useful for you? Please rate it: {(rater>id=1|name=faq_install_from_android_pit|type=rate|headline=off)} text/html 2026-03-12T11:42:44+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:installation&rev=1773312164&do=diff How to install Locus Classic ---------- Locus Classic was unpublished on Google Play for new users at the beginning of 2026. But it is still available for installation for the current users: * at Google Play * at the public repository of the app's developers Google Play text/html 2020-10-02T13:05:19+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:issue_reporting&rev=1601636719&do=diff Locus Map Crash When the application unexpectedly stops or closes down and a crash pop-up window is displayed...: What to do? * Try to repeat the error action at least once more. * Describe precisely the steps that lead to the crash and write them down step by step. Please describe the procedure in tiniest detail so that we can repeat the steps you have taken - text/html 2020-10-08T12:18:37+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:libraries_at_start&rev=1602152317&do=diff Error during initializing Locus after installation ---------- Basic information Locus initialization after installation consists of several processes: * downloading of additional libraries * validating of Locus Map's purchase state There are rare situations when a problem occurs, nevertheless, we want to collect the most frequent ones and suggest possible solutions for them. When an error happens an orange box with two error numbers pops up. In most cases only the first number is releva… text/html 2022-04-08T15:04:56+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:locus_not_work_without_gplay&rev=1649423096&do=diff Why does Locus Map Classic not work when I uninstall Google Play Store? ---------- Locus Map Classic is an application with a paid license that is validated upon its first start after installation and then occasionally when updating some additional data. text/html 2022-01-21T15:44:26+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:locus_on_external_sdcard&rev=1642776266&do=diff Locus data on external SD card ---------- OS-related assumptions Android 11+ In November 2021, Google launched a new file management system in Android 11 and the following versions, bringing a major change to the way Locus Map and other applications handle their data: * text/html 2020-10-08T12:21:29+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:locus_performance&rev=1602152489&do=diff How to improve Locus Map's performance? ---------- There are a few factors that can slow the app response down which may be sometimes annoying. To prevent Locus lagging try to adhere to the following principles: Turn off extra map layers Map features like text/html 2022-04-08T15:54:51+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:locus_pro_invoice&rev=1649426091&do=diff When do I get the invoice for Locus Map Classic purchase? ---------- Google Play Store issues an invoice for each purchase there. However, the invoice is not rendered immediately after the transaction but only after the closure of accounts at the end of the actual month text/html 2018-11-27T13:59:03+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:move_to_new_device_sd_card&rev=1543323543&do=diff Moving Locus to another phone or tablet ---------- You have purchased a new mobile or tablet. Follow the instructions how to move Locus into the new device and continue using all the data and settings: Instructions Step 1. - backup * make full backup of your settings, points and tracks text/html 2024-11-04T14:59:18+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:move_to_new_phone&rev=1730728758&do=diff Moving Locus to another phone or tablet ---------- You have purchased a new mobile or tablet. Follow the instructions on how to move Locus Map, its settings and all its data (maps, tracks, points) safely into the new device: Instructions for Android 11+ devices text/html 2022-04-08T15:01:30+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:new_device_do_i_have_to_pay_again&rev=1649422890&do=diff I need to use Locus Map Classic on a different phone or tablet. Do I have to buy Locus Map Classic again? ---------- No, you don't. Your purchase of Locus Map Classic is associated with your Google Play Store account, NOT with your phone or tablet. text/html 2022-01-05T13:33:38+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:new_install_old_dir&rev=1641386018&do=diff New installation on a device with old app data ---------- The main app directory used to remain at the root of the internal storage of the device when the app was uninstalled. Due to the recent changes in the Android file system, the root of the internal storage is no longer supported. You can text/html 2021-12-01T15:37:16+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:new_install_second_app&rev=1638369436&do=diff New installation when the other Locus is installed too ---------- Due to the recent changes in the Android file system, apps can no longer share one data directory. It is possible to transfer the data from one Locus to the other though. The newly installed app can detect the other app on the device and offers to transfer its data: text/html 2019-06-05T14:36:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:problem_login_store&rev=1559738165&do=diff Problems with log in to Locus Store ---------- Log in to Locus Store is required when you need to purchase and download products (maps, routes, features, graphics...) from there. The process is pretty simple, just choose among logging in via your Google or Facebook account or enter a common e-mail. However, there are situations when the login process is not successful: text/html 2022-04-08T16:16:13+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:problem_with_install_from_google_play&rev=1649427373&do=diff Error during installation of Locus Map from Google Play ---------- Problem I would like to install Locus Free or Pro from the Google Play, but it either cannot be installed at all or the installation is not successfully finished. Reasons There may be several reasons for this. In the first place, it is important what you see on the app page at Google Play Store before the installation. If text/html 2020-10-02T13:05:51+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:problems_points_tracks_database&rev=1601636751&do=diff Problems with points&tracks database ---------- Basic information Locus Map uses the SQLite database system for storing data. This database is supported by all Android devices so it is easy for developers to use the SQLite database in their applications. text/html 2020-10-02T14:36:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:question&rev=1601642200&do=diff Contacting Locus Team ---------- I've got a question, where can I ask? * first, try to find your answer in our User Guide >>. If you don't have time or energy for browsing, try SEARCH: [Search here!] * if User Guide or searching didn't bring any help, visit our HELPLDESK >> * try to find your answer among text/html 2022-04-08T14:57:43+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:single_update_both_apps&rev=1649422663&do=diff Update when both Locus Map 4 and Locus Map Classic are installed ---------- Older Android versions enabled sharing of the main app directory between Locus Map 4 and Locus Map Classic (former Pro). This is no longer possible due to the recent changes in the Android file system - each app can use only its own private folder text/html 2022-01-05T13:30:00+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:single_update&rev=1641385800&do=diff Update of one app, the other is not installed ---------- Due to the recent changes in the Android file system, it is necessary to transfer the app data to the private folder in /Android/data/ directory after the app update. When only a single app is installed on the device (the other Locus is not installed), the data transfer is simple: text/html 2022-08-04T08:56:03+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:support_for_hrm_monitors&rev=1659596163&do=diff What heart rate monitors and other sensors work with Locus Map? ---------- This list of supported devices is indicative only. It is based on the users' personal testing and reports. We do not guarantee it is complete or without mistakes. Bluetooth 2.0/3.0 text/html 2022-04-08T15:48:56+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:transfer_of_locus_pro_licence&rev=1649425736&do=diff Is it possible to transfer my Locus Map Classic licence to another account? ---------- No, it's not. Google Play Store, unfortunately, does not enable you to transfer your Google Play purchases from one Google account to another. If it is inevitable to use a different Google account on your mobile device, the only way how to install Locus Map Classic is to purchase it again with the other account. text/html 2022-04-07T14:08:45+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.locusmap.eu/doku.php?id=manual:faq:use_sdcard_on_kitkat&rev=1649333325&do=diff Locus data on external SD card ---------- Important! Before Android 4.4.2., Locus Map was designed to work with SDcard as external storage space for all data related to the application - downloaded SQLite maps, point databases, SRTM data etc. After KitKat came on stage SD card reading/writing permissions were completely redefined: