How to use GeoLocation geolocation function

  
in Win8 system

Added Geo-location geolocation function in Windows 8. Windows 8 is based on IP address positioning with an accuracy of about 25 kilometers. The system location service does not provide data such as orientation, altitude, speed, and address. When you need to use the positioning function, you need to display the prompt user, you can open or close the positioning service in the control panel.

Operation steps

1. Use the combined hotkey “Win+X” to bring up the shortcut menu, click and open the control panel.

2. In the Control Panel, change the view mode to “large icon"> select “location settings” and open.

3. In the Change targeting settings, check “Enable Windows Location Platform”.

4, Windows8, if you use the positioning function (such as Maps, weather, etc.), there will be corresponding prompts, such as: Maps, you can see the Maps icon in the Windows 8 Metro interface.

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