PositionOptions.enableHighAccuracy

Secure context
This feature is available only in secure contexts (HTTPS), in some or all supporting browsers.

The PositionOptions.enableHighAccuracy property is a Boolean that indicates the application would like to receive the best possible results. If true and if the device is able to provide a more accurate position, it will do so. Note that this can result in slower response times or increased power consumption (with a GPS chip on a mobile device for example). On the other hand, if false (the default value), the device can take the liberty to save resources by responding more quickly and/or using less power.

Syntax

positionOptions.enableHighAccuracy = booleanValue

Specifications

Specification Status Comment
Geolocation API
The definition of 'PositionOptions.enableHighAccuracy' in that specification.
Recommendation Initial definition

Browser compatibility

DesktopMobile
ChromeEdgeFirefoxInternet ExplorerOperaSafariAndroid webviewChrome for AndroidFirefox for AndroidOpera for AndroidSafari on iOSSamsung Internet
enableHighAccuracyChrome Full support 5Edge Full support 12Firefox Full support 3.5IE Full support 9Opera Full support 16
Full support 16
No support 10 — 15
Safari Full support 5WebView Android Full support YesChrome Android Full support 18Firefox Android Full support 4Opera Android Full support 16
Full support 16
No support 10.1 — 14
Safari iOS Full support YesSamsung Internet Android Full support 1.0

Legend

Full support
Full support

See also