How to Set the Default Location for Your Windows 10 Computer

To change the default location for your PC, which Windows, apps, and services can use when a more exact location can't be detected:

1. Go to Start > Settings > Privacy > Location.
2. Under Default location, select Set default.
3. The Windows Maps app will open. Follow the instructions to change your default location.

1. How do I change my location on my computer?
2. How do I make my computer my default save location?
3. Why does my computer show wrong location?
4. How does my computer know my location?
5. How do I make my location show somewhere else?
6. How do I change the default Save As in Windows 10?
7. How do I change the default storage on my computer?
8. Where should I save my files in Windows 10?
9. Why is location wrong on Google?
10. How do I manually set my location in Chrome?
11. Why is Google getting my location wrong?
12. How does Windows 10 know my location?
13. Should I let Microsoft use my location?
14. Do laptops have location services?

How do I change my location on my computer?

How to change your location settings on Google Chrome on your Android

1. Open the Chrome app on your Android device.
2. Tap the three dots in the top-right corner and select "Settings" from the menu. ...
3. Scroll and tap "Site settings" and then "Location."

How do I make my computer my default save location?

Switch to the Save tab. In the Save documents section, select the check box next to the 'Save to Computer by default' option. Under that option there is an input field where you can enter the default path of your choice. You can also set a new default location by clicking the Browse button to choose a location.

Why does my computer show wrong location?

It might not be able to determine you current location, so it shows the location it thinks is your home or your last known location instead. If your device is not a phone or a device with GPS, it might have guessed your location based on the registered address of the company that is providing your internet IP address.

How does my computer know my location?

According to Microsoft, your current location is tracked by taking into account all available services: GPS, nearby Wi-Fi hotspots, cell towers, and your IP address. To determine its accuracy, just take a look at how modern your computer is.

How do I make my location show somewhere else?

Faking GPS Location on Android Smartphones

Tap the Set Location option. Tap the Click here to open the map option. This lets you use a map to select the fake location where you want your phone to appear. The coordinates will appear on the Latitude, Longitude line in GPS Joystick.

How do I change the default Save As in Windows 10?

To set the default Save file format

1. Click Tools > Settings.
2. In the Settings dialog box, click the Files icon.
3. In the Files Settings dialog box, click the Document tab.
4. Choose a file format from the “Default save file format” list box.
5. Click OK.

How do I change the default storage on my computer?

To get change your default hard drive, click Start and then choose Settings (or press Windows+I). In the Settings window, click System. In the System window, choose the Storage tab on the left and then scroll down to the “Save locations” section on the right.

Where should I save my files in Windows 10?

Files saved on the Desktop are saved in the Desktop folder on the network drive Z, and they are displayed on the Windows desktop. Under the header Devices and drives you can find the computer's own hard drive (the C drive), as well as any removable storage media, such as USB drives and optical disc drives.

Why is location wrong on Google?

If Google always shows the wrong location is because you device does not provide location or is having trouble getting its location from the GPS satellites due to poor reception or other problems. ... Google location history has been showing the wrong location for about a week.

How do I manually set my location in Chrome?

Manually change your location in Chrome

1. In a browser window, hit Ctrl+Shift+I (for Windows) or Cmd+Option+I (for MacOS). ...
2. Hit Esc, then click the Console menu (three dots to the left of Console in the lower portion of the screen).
3. Select Sensors and change the Geolocation dropdown to Custom location…

Why is Google getting my location wrong?

The primary reason for Google Maps giving wrong location details is due to bad or no internet connection. If the internet on your android phone is active and running you will be able to get the exact location details.

How does Windows 10 know my location?

When the device location setting is enabled, the Microsoft location service will use a combination of global positioning service (GPS), nearby wireless access points, cell towers, and your IP address to determine your device's location.

Should I let Microsoft use my location?

If you're at all concerned about the privacy of your data, you don't want to leave the default settings in place on your devices—and that includes anything that runs Windows 10. ... If you let it, Microsoft will monitor the websites you browse and the apps you use in order to personalize your Windows experience.

Do laptops have location services?

True, your laptop or desktop doesn't have GPS capability, and many (but not all) lack the ability to communicate with wireless cell towers. Nevertheless, Windows 10 can figure out where you are using Wi-Fi positioning, as well as your device's Internet Protocol (IP) address.