# GPS is not activated in Mapeo
To solve this problem, we suggest you explore the different solutions, in this order:
1. First of all, make sure that you have **GPS** enabled on your cell phone. It will be different on each phone, but **GPS** or **Location** services can usually be found in the Quick Settings menu, which can be accessed by swiping down from the top of the screen. \
2. Confirm that Mapeo Mobile has access to the GPS. The **GPS details** button at the top of the home screen will change from 
red to a green dot and the accuracy of the GPS signal 
{% hint style="info" %}
If you turn on the GPS on your device while using 
**Mapeo**, you may need to restart Mapeo for the app to recognize that the GPS is turned on and change the status of the **GPS details** button.
{% endhint %}
3. If the **GPS details** button at the top of the home screen remains red , make sure you have given Mapeo permission to use your phone's GPS. To learn more, see: [I want to update Mapeo Mobile permissions](/complete-reference-guide/troubleshooting/updating-mapeo-mobile-permissions.md)
4. Confirm that the GPS sensors are enabled. For it:
1. Click on **GPS Details**
2. On the **GPS Details** screen, make sure that in the **Sensor Status** section at the end of each line, it says **YES**.
3. In the event that one or more sensors are not activated or enabled, please check the manufacturer's manual for your device to activate it. \
If you have managed to enable GPS in Mapeo but only manage to have a very weak signal, please visit [My GPS signal is very weak](/complete-reference-guide/troubleshooting/i-have-problems-with-the-gps-in-mapeo/my-gps-signal-is-very-weak.md)
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