How do I find the latitude and longitude for an allowed location in my Form QR Code?
You can use Google Maps, Apple Maps, or Google Earth to find a location’s latitude and longitude. Choose the option you prefer below.
Using Google Maps on a computer
- Open Google Maps and search for the location.
- Zoom in and right-click the exact point you want as the center of your allowed area.
- Click the coordinates at the top of the menu to copy them. The first number is latitude, and the second is longitude.
Using Apple Maps on an iPhone
- Open Maps and touch and hold the desired location to drop a pin. Tap Pin to save it.
- Go to Places > Pinned and select the pin.
- Swipe up to Coordinates. Touch and hold the coordinates, then tap Copy.
Using Google Earth Pro on a computer
- Open Google Earth Pro and find the location.
- Set the coordinate display to Decimal Degrees under Tools > Options > 3D View on Windows, or Google Earth > Preferences > 3D View on Mac.
- Move your pointer over the exact point you want. Note the latitude and longitude displayed in the lower-right corner.
Enter the coordinates in your Form QR Code
Go to Design / Settings > Geofencing > + Add location and enter the values in their respective fields.
For example, for 40.712800, -74.006000 , enter:
- Latitude:
40.712800 - Longitude:
-74.006000
Set the Radius and Unit, then save the location and your Form QR Code.
Note: Use decimal values, as shown above. Preserve any minus signs and omit degree symbols or direction letters such as N, S, E, or W.