The app won’t install or launchSky Map is pointing in the wrong directionThe app isn’t identifying any stars or constellations at all

While these issues can be frustrating, a straightforward fix will usually get Google Sky Map working correctly again.

Cause of Google Sky Map Not Working

Google Sky Map was created in 2007 but has received many updates since then. However, since there are so many varieties of Android devices, many issues cause the app not to work correctly.

One of the required sensors malfunctioningThe compass not calibrated properlyAn outdated Google Sky Map appPhone location not updating properlyInstalled SD card causing installation conflicts

Once you can identify which issue is causing Google Sky Map not to work correctly, the fix is relatively simple.

How to Fix Google Sky Map Not Working

The following troubleshooting guide will start with the most common issues and work toward less frequent problems. Work through the list from top to bottom to resolve your Google Sky Map issue.