Direction data is "NOT" being stored, it's processed directly on your device.
Do you want to check directions or someone who is finding the North direction? Then you are at the right place, with our Online Compass tool you can easily check your cardinal directions in real-time. It's a web-based tool that uses your device's Magnetic Sensor to find and accurately calculate the direction.
What is an Online Compass?
An online compass tool is a web-based application that replicates the function of a traditional compass, guiding users toward cardinal directions (North, South, East, West, and everything in between). Designed to work on smartphones, tablets, and computers, these tools utilize sensors like magnetometers to determine direction. Unlike traditional compasses that rely on Earth’s magnetic field, our tool was created to provide highly accurate directional information.
How Does an Online Compass Work?
Online compasses typically operate using built-in sensors within the device. Many smartphones and tablets have magnetometers that detect magnetic fields, simulating how a traditional compass needle aligns itself with Earth’s magnetic field. By calculating this data, our online compass provides accurate directional readings, which are then displayed on the digital interface.
How to Calibrate Online Compass?
To ensure maximum accuracy it’s often essential to calibrate the online compass properly. All you have to do, while keeping open the website is rotate your smartphone in a specific order just like shown below for a few seconds (About 5 to 8 seconds). This will fine-tune your device's magnetic sensors and help it to calibrate with Earth's magnetic field.
Benefits of Using an Online Compass
Using an online compass offers several benefits, particularly for those who frequently engage in navigation or outdoor activities:
- Convenience: With an online compass, you do not need to carry a physical device with you all the time. The compass is accessible directly from their smartphone or computer, making it easy to access whenever needed.
- Portability: Since it is a web-based tool, It can be accessed and used almost from anywhere and on any modern device, making it highly portable.
- Travel: When visiting new places, travelers can use an online compass to navigate unfamiliar surroundings without the need for physical maps or traditional compasses.
How to enable Magnetometer on Chrome or Edge?
Sometimes, the compass may not work because the magnetometer has been disabled in the browser. So whether you use Chrome or Edge, there is no need to worry. Just follow these steps, and you can easily enable your Magnetometer on your device.
Step 1: Copy this code according to your browser and paste it into your URL section, then hit Enter.
For Chrome:
chrome://flags/#enable-generic-sensor-extra-classes
For Edge:
edge://flags/#enable-generic-sensor-extra-classes
Step 2: Click the Default on the Generic Sensor Extra Classes.
Step 3: Then Click on Enabled.
Step 4: The button should look like this.
Step 5: After that, a Relaunch button will appear from the bottom. Click on it.
Step 6: That's it, Now the compass should start working.
NOTE: If the online compass still not working, your device may lack the magnetometer sensor. If that’s not the case, please contact us.
Conclusion
In conclusion, a Online Compass is a simple yet powerful tool for anyone needing quick and reliable direction guidance. Whether you're exploring a new city, hiking a trail, or just checking your bearings, an online compass offers convenience and accuracy right from your device. With no need for extra equipment, or downloading any software it’s an ideal solution for modern navigation needs.