Location
Category: Field
Version: 1.0
Last Updated: April 15, 2026
Author: Any2Info
Description
The Location field is a form field used to capture and store a geographical location.
In addition to storing the current location, the field also supports displaying a target location, enabling comparison or guidance scenarios within a form.
This field is specifically designed for use within forms and works with data of type Location.
Configuration Options
Target
No
Maps to a header of type Location. Defines a target location that can be displayed alongside the current location.
Data Format
The Location field uses the following format: latitude;longitude;precision;altitude;altitudePrecision
latitude (required) → Latitude coordinate
longitude (required) → Longitude coordinate
precision (optional) → Accuracy of the location
altitude (optional) → Height above sea level
altitudePrecision (optional) → Accuracy of the altitude
At minimum, latitude and longitude must be provided. Additional values are optional.
This format must match the standard used across dataclips. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Usage
Use the Location field in forms where geographical input or reference is required.
Typical use cases include:
Capturing a user's current location
Comparing a current location to a predefined target
Supporting navigation or location-based workflows
Events
On Value Changed
Triggered whenever the current location value is updated.
Mappings
Target
Links the field to a Location-type header to display a target location.
Tips & Best Practices
Always ensure the mapped Target header is of type Location.
Provide at least latitude and longitude to avoid invalid data.
Use the target mapping when guiding users toward a specific location.
Changelog
1.0
April 15, 2026
Initial documentation version added.
Last updated
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