
Latitude and Longitude for PC
Reviewed by Apps Playground Editorial Team · Updated

Latitude and Longitude displays your exact position coordinates, altitude, and distance from a saved home point in real time. On a desktop or laptop, the app runs in a persistent window alongside your browser or email, letting you monitor your location data without switching between devices. GPS tracking stays active as long as the window remains open, making it straightforward to cross-reference coordinates with maps or route planning tools on the same screen.
Latitude and Longitude for Windows PC brings coordinate tracking on your computer. The app captures latitude, longitude, and altitude readings from your system's GPS hardware, displays your distance from a designated home location, and provides continuous GPS tracking during your session. Running it on a computer lets you keep location data visible in the background, without the constraints of a phone screen or the need to pull up a separate device.
Core Location Tracking
The app's primary function is showing your current latitude and longitude in real time. It also reports altitude and calculates how far you are from a saved home position. These readings update continuously, giving you the ability to monitor your exact coordinates as your location changes. The distance measurement helps orient yourself relative to a fixed point, which is useful when traveling between familiar places or when you need to track movement patterns over time.
Setting and Managing Your Home Point
You can designate a home location and the app will calculate your distance from it. This home point persists in the app's memory, allowing you to reference how far you've traveled throughout a session. The app stores this reference point so you return to it across multiple uses. Having a saved home location on your desktop giving you the ability to quickly check your distance from a base point without reentering coordinates each time.
Desktop Integration for Continuous Monitoring
Running Latitude and Longitude on a PC lets you keep the window open alongside other applications (maps, travel planners, or navigation software) without interrupting your workflow. You can check coordinates and distances without switching apps or reaching for another device. A persistent window on your desktop is particularly helpful when you're planning a route, comparing locations, or documenting position data over an extended period. The keyboard remains available for note-taking or searching based on the coordinates the app displays.
GPS Tracking in Action
The tracking feature monitors your position continuously while the app runs. This giving you the ability to leave Latitude and Longitude active throughout your session and refer to your coordinates at any moment. Whether you're verifying your location, recording positions for a route, or simply keeping tabs on how far you've traveled, the real-time updates keep the data current without manual refreshes. For users who need a location marking feature integrated into their desktop workflow, keeping the app running in an open window gives you instant access to live position information.
How to Download and Install Latitude and Longitude for PC or MAC:
Select an Android emulator:  There are many free and paid Android emulators available for PC and MAC, few of the popular ones are Bluestacks, Andy OS, Nox, MeMu and there are more you can find from Google.
Compatibility:  Before downloading them take a look at the minimum system requirements to install the emulator on your PC.
For example,  BlueStacks requires OS: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista SP2, Windows XP SP3 (32-bit only), Mac OS Sierra(10.12), High Sierra (10.13) and Mojave(10.14), 2-4GB of RAM, 4GB of disk space for storing Android apps/games, updated graphics drivers.
Finally, download and install the emulator which will work well with your PC's hardware/software.
- Open the emulator software from the start menu or desktop shortcut in your PC.
- Associate or set up your Google account with the emulator.
- You can either install the app from Google PlayStore inside the emulator or download Latitude and Longitude APK file and open the APK file with the emulator or drag the file into the emulator window to install Latitude and Longitude for PC.
You can follow above instructions to install Latitude and Longitude for PC with any of the Android emulators available.
FAQ
Does Latitude and Longitude require a GPS device on my PC?
Yes, your computer needs GPS hardware to function properly. Some laptops and tablets include built-in GPS; desktop computers typically require a USB GPS receiver. If your system lacks GPS, the app cannot capture location data.
Can I change my home location after I save it?
The app works to let you set a home location, though users have reported that this setting sometimes reverts unexpectedly. Before relying on it for navigation or reference, test saving and verifying your home point to confirm it stays in place on your system.
What coordinate format does the app display?
Latitude and Longitude shows positions in standard latitude and longitude format using degree symbols. Some users have noted character encoding issues depending on their system settings, which may affect how symbols display on screen.
Is the app suitable for navigation?
The app displays your coordinates and distance from home but does not provide turn-by-turn navigation or map routing. It's meant for coordinate reference and location tracking, not as a replacement for dedicated navigation apps.
Can I use this on my computer while traveling between locations?
Yes, as long as your PC has GPS capability and the app remains open, you can monitor your position and distance from home continuously. Keep the window visible to track movement in real time.
The editorial team installs and tests each app before writing up the guide, and keeps the version history current. The site has never charged developers for coverage.
