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Locus Map - add-on Geocaching on Windows Pc

Developed By: Martin Sloup (Arcao)

License: Free

Rating: 3,7/5 - 1.702 votes

Last Updated: April 16, 2024

Download on Windows PC

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version 3.0.12
Size 3.8 MB
Release Date November 14, 24
Category Travel & Local Apps

App Permissions:
Allows an app to access approximate location. [see more (5)]

What's New:
Version 3.0.12:• Fix app crashesVersion 3.0.11:• Fix app crashesVersion 3.0.10:• Fix sign in to geocaching.com accountVersion 3.0.9:• Fix endless waiting... [see more]

Description from Developer:
This application is add-on for application Locus Map, it doesn't work standalone.

Geocaching4Locus is a helpful when you need to find information about geocaches directly on t... [read more]

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About this app

On this page you can download Locus Map - add-on Geocaching and install on Windows PC. Locus Map - add-on Geocaching is free Travel & Local app, developed by Martin Sloup (Arcao). Latest version of Locus Map - add-on Geocaching is 3.0.12, was released on 2024-11-14 (updated on 2024-04-16). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 100,000. Overall rating of Locus Map - add-on Geocaching is 3,7. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 1,702 users, 345 users had rated it 5*, 851 users had rated it 1*.

How to install Locus Map - add-on Geocaching on Windows?

Instruction on how to install Locus Map - add-on Geocaching on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install Locus Map - add-on Geocaching on Windows PC by using Android App Player such as BlueStacks, LDPlayer, Nox, KOPlayer, ...

Before you start, you will need to download the APK/XAPK installer file, you can find download button on top of this page. Save it to easy-to-find location.

[Note] You can also download older versions of this app on bottom of this page.

Below you will find a detailed step-by-step guide, but I want to give you a fast overview of how it works. All you need is an emulator that will emulate an Android device on your Windows PC and then you can install applications and use it - you see you're playing it on Android, but this runs not on a smartphone or tablet, it runs on a PC.

If this doesn't work on your PC, or you cannot install, comment here and we will help you!

Step By Step Guide To Install Locus Map - add-on Geocaching using BlueStacks

  1. Download and Install BlueStacks at: https://www.bluestacks.com. The installation procedure is quite simple. After successful installation, open the Bluestacks emulator. It may take some time to load the Bluestacks app initially. Once it is opened, you should be able to see the Home screen of Bluestacks.
  2. Open the APK/XAPK file: Double-click the APK/XAPK file to launch BlueStacks and install the application. If your APK/XAPK file doesn't automatically open BlueStacks, right-click on it and select Open with... Browse to the BlueStacks. You can also drag-and-drop the APK/XAPK file onto the BlueStacks home screen
  3. Once installed, click "Locus Map - add-on Geocaching" icon on the home screen to start using, it'll work like a charm :D

[Note 1] For better performance and compatibility, choose BlueStacks 5 Nougat 64-bit read more

[Note 2] about Bluetooth: At the moment, support for Bluetooth is not available on BlueStacks. Hence, apps that require control of Bluetooth may not work on BlueStacks.

How to install Locus Map - add-on Geocaching on Windows PC using NoxPlayer

  1. Download & Install NoxPlayer at: https://www.bignox.com. The installation is easy to carry out.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file to the NoxPlayer interface and drop it to install
  3. The installation process will take place quickly. After successful installation, you can find "Locus Map - add-on Geocaching" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

Discussion

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This application is add-on for application Locus Map, it doesn't work standalone.

Geocaching4Locus is a helpful when you need to find information about geocaches directly on the place. The add-on also include support for updating already stored geocaches in Locus Map, live map and many more features.

Limitations for Geocaching.com Basic Members
• Searching nearest functionality find only traditional, event and CITO geocaches (Importing specific geocache from URL or from manually entered GC code is not limited).
• Basic members can not use container size, difficulty and terrain filter.
• Geocache attributes and attached images are not available.
• Geocache listing is available on-line only.
• For more information, see manual (http://geocaching4locus.eu/manual/)

Required permissions
• Fine (GPS) location - need to get coordinates from GPS (GPS enabled device is not required)
• Coarse (network-based) location - need to get coordinates ranged using Wi-Fi or cellular network
• Full Internet access & Network state - for downloading geocaching data
• Write external storage - for storing geocaching data for Locus Map

If you have any problem with this application, see manual (http://geocaching4locus.eu/manual/) or ask on Locus Map helpdesk (http://help.locusmap.eu/). You can also ask directly via e-mail: support@geocaching4locus.eu

We are still finding volunteers, who would help us with localizations to other languages. If you want participate, visit localization project page (http://www.getlocalization.com/Geocaching4Locus/).
Version 3.0.12:
• Fix app crashes

Version 3.0.11:
• Fix app crashes

Version 3.0.10:
• Fix sign in to geocaching.com account

Version 3.0.9:
• Fix endless waiting circle in Geocache Lists
• Remove permission for retrieving advertising ID
• Other bugfixes

Version 3.0.8:
• Improve detecting membership type when user disallow sharing personal data
• Fix updating Geocaches
• Do not offer opening Geocaching forum links with app
• Update app localization
Allows an app to access approximate location.
Allows an app to access precise location.
Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.