> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://codifi-fdm.gitbook.io/codifi-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://codifi-fdm.gitbook.io/codifi-docs/mobile-app/mapping-locations/gps-and-live-data.md).

# GPS & Live Data

The live data bar at the top of the map screen gives you real-time GPS information — coordinates, accuracy, heading, and elevation — plus configurable spatial widgets for tracking distances and bearings to Records, lines, and boundaries.

<figure><img src="https://3544178300-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FJ8P3pqhxdFwQkIOjOUut%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-0e691c748dc12deb3d026b1ed494a424157c1274%2Fgps-widgets-expanded.png?alt=media" alt="Live data bar with GPS widgets expanded"><figcaption><p>The live data bar (top row) with GPS widgets expanded (bottom row) — showing distance, bearing, and containment data in real time</p></figcaption></figure>

This section covers:

* [**Live Data Bar & GPS Widgets**](/codifi-docs/mobile-app/mapping-locations/gps-and-live-data/live-data-bar-and-widgets.md) — Understanding the bar, reading accuracy, and configuring spatial widgets for field workflows like transect surveys and spacing checks
* [**GPS Technical Reference**](/codifi-docs/mobile-app/mapping-locations/gps-and-live-data/gps-technical-reference.md) — Device vs external GPS, managing Bluetooth receivers, NMEA data, signal freshness, accuracy thresholds, and buffering behavior