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I am using a Samsung Galaxy s10 using Android 10 and I have the latest version of the app. After using the GPS to track walking the notification that GPS is running stays after the workout. It goes away if I enter the app but comes back as soon as I leave it. I don't want it using up my GPS for 5 hours every time I talk a walk. How do I fix this?
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01-20-2021 14:44
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@DeaneH Hi there. Thanks for the details mentioned.
I'd like you to confirm that you're following this procedure to track a workout with the Fitbit app:
- Confirm that the Fitbit app can use your phone's GPS sensors. For more information, see How do I allow my Fitbit device to use my phone's GPS sensors?
- Tap the Today tab
- Tap Tracking at the top.
- For Android (OS 7.0+), make sure you grant the Fitbit app access to the requested features of your phone. For more information, see What should I know about using the Fitbit app on my Android phone?
- Choose an activity: run, walk, or hike.
- To hear cues during your activity, tap Cues and set the type, frequency, and volume.
- Tap Start. During the activity, swipe left to see a GPS map.
- When you're done, tap Pause, then tap and hold Finish.
- Review your workout summary.
Also you may want to check out this article about What should I know about using the Fitbit app on my Android phone?
Let me know how it goes.
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