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The GeolocationPositionError.code read-only property is an unsigned short representing the error code.
Syntax
let typeErr = geolocationPositionErrorInstance.code
Value
An unsigned short representing the error code. The following values are possible:
| Value | Associated constant | Description |
|---|---|---|
1 |
PERMISSION_DENIED |
The acquisition of the geolocation information failed because the page didn't have the permission to do it. |
2 |
POSITION_UNAVAILABLE |
The acquisition of the geolocation failed because one or several internal sources of position returned an internal error. |
3 |
TIMEOUT |
The time allowed to acquire the geolocation, defined by PositionOptions.timeout information that was reached before the information was obtained. |
Specifications
| Specification | Status | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Geolocation API The definition of 'PositionError.code' in that specification. |
Recommendation | Initial definition |
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