GeolocationPositionError
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Widely available
This feature is well established and works across many devices and browser versions. It’s been available across browsers since July 2020.
Secure context: This feature is available only in secure contexts (HTTPS), in some or all supporting browsers.
The GeolocationPositionError interface represents the reason of an error occurring when using the geolocating device.
Instance properties
The GeolocationPositionError interface doesn't inherit any property.
GeolocationPositionError.codeRead only-
Returns an
unsigned shortrepresenting the error code. The following values are possible:Value Associated constant Description 1PERMISSION_DENIEDThe acquisition of the geolocation information failed because the page didn't have the necessary permissions, for example because it is blocked by a Permissions Policy 2POSITION_UNAVAILABLEThe acquisition of the geolocation failed because at least one internal source of position returned an internal error. 3TIMEOUTThe time allowed to acquire the geolocation was reached before the information was obtained. GeolocationPositionError.messageRead only-
Returns a human-readable string describing the details of the error. Specifications note that this is primarily intended for debugging use and not to be shown directly in a user interface.
Instance methods
The GeolocationPositionError interface neither implements nor inherits any method.
Specifications
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