The Location component is used to log the device's current location.

When activated, the Location component logs a one-time location that does not update unless the component is turned off and on again. For dynamic location detection, consider using a Distance to Location Computed Column, which updates as the user's location changes.

Requests for location data are handled by the user's device and browser settings. Glide apps are advanced webpages called Progressive Web Apps (PWAs), so they are bound by the browser's settings. When a Glide app requests location data, the browser checks its own settings to determine whether the Glide app is permitted to access the location data.

If users are not allowed access to the location data or are being asked for permission to access location data every time they activate the component, try the following suggestions:

Changing your device and browser settings to "Allow only while using the app" can improve the user experience. Depending on the browser and device Operating System version, the app may eventually stop asking for permission. Finding the most effective combination for your needs may require some experimentation with settings.
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