How to Find a Friend's Location on Facebook Messenger on Android

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open Facebook Messenger.

   It’s a blue chat bubble containing a white lightning bolt.
   
   You’ll find it on your home screen or in the app drawer.
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   Step 2: Select the friend you want to find.

   A conversation with this friend will appear. , Both you and your friend must share your locations to use this method.
   
   Here’s how to share yours:
   Tap the blue arrowhead.
   
   If you don’t see it, tap the three dots in a square near the bottom-right corner of the screen, then tap Location.
   
   Tap the send button (the blue and white arrow) next to “Current Location.” Your location will now appear in the chat. , When your friend shares their location, their map will also appear in chat.
   
   Tap the map to see their location, marked by a red pin.
   
   You’ll also see your location on your friend’s map, marked by a blue circle.
   
   To open your friend’s location in Google Maps, tap the right-pointing arrow beneath the map, select Maps, then tap Always.
   
   Now you’ll see a more detailed map, as well as the ability to get directions to your friend’s current location.
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   Step 3: Enable Live Location.

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   Step 4: Tap the map sent by your friend.

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