# Learn the Compass > Learn the 32 Points of the Compass for Navigation Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.thetimerider.learnthecompass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.thetimerider.learnthecompass) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.thetimerider.learnthecompass` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Barry Hill - **Category:** MAPS\_AND\_NAVIGATION - **Downloads:** 207 - **Version:** 1.2.7 - **Last updated:** 2026-05-30 - **First published:** 2026-05-30 - **Publisher country:** DE - **Size:** 4.34 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-10 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thetimerider.learnthecompass) - **Website:** [http://www.esc-f1.de](http://www.esc-f1.de/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://www.esc-f1.de/LearnTheCompass/en/index.html](https://www.esc-f1.de/LearnTheCompass/en/index.html) ## Description Master the 32 points of the compass and "box the compass" like a seasoned sea captain!
Whether you are a student of a maritime career, a sailing enthusiast, or simply someone looking to improve your navigational skills, Learn the Compass is the ultimate interactive tool to help you master the traditional 32-point compass.

🧭 Interactive Learning
Experience a compass that feels real. Use your device’s internal magnetic sensor for real-world orientation, or practice manually by dragging the compass. With smooth animations and haptic feedback, you’ll feel every click as you rotate through the headings.

🎓 Multiple Levels of Detail
Tailor your learning experience with four distinct levels of complexity:
• Level 1: The 4 Cardinal points (N, S, E, W).
• Level 2: The 8 Intercardinal points.
• Level 3: The 16 Principal points.
• Level 4: The full 32-point maritime compass.

🕹️ Gamified Quiz Modes
Put your knowledge to the test with three unique and challenging quiz styles:
1. Compass to Name (Construction): Assemble the correct name of the highlighted point using direction components (e.g., "North," "by," "East").
2. Compass to Name (Choice): Quickly identify the correct heading from a list of options.
3. Name to Compass (Interactive): We give you a heading, and you must physically rotate the compass to the precise position.

đź“Š Track Your Progress
Don’t just practice—improve. Our built-in statistics screen tracks your performance across every quiz type and difficulty level. Visual charts help you identify where you excel and which points need more practice.

🎨 Customization & Accessibility
• Multiple Compass Faces: Choose between "Simple," "Default," "Golden," and "Colourful" windrose styles.
• Night Vision Mode: A dedicated high-contrast red theme designed to preserve your night vision during real-world maritime use.
• Multi-Language Support: Fully localized in English, German (Deutsch), and Spanish (Español).
• Adaptive Layouts: Optimized for phones, tablets in both portrait and landscape modes.

âš“ Become a Captain
The basic app is free and includes one quiz. Upgrade to the Captains Version (one-time purchase - only 1,99€) to unlock premium compass styles, advanced difficulty levels, and full customization of timer settings and haptic feedback. Future updates are included - please send feedback with feature recommendations.

Download Learn the Compass and start your journey from landlubber to Captain today. ## Rankings - #1,695,775 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.thetimerider.learnthecompass.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` ## Similar extensions and apps - [Compass360 Game](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.deerdevelopment.compass360) — 25 users - [Compass Pro](https://chrome-stats.com/d/espengineer.android.compass.paid) — 15,914 users, 4.07 / 5 - [Multiple Compass App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.multiplecompass.app_for_compass.morecompass) — 11 users - [Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.starts.compass) — 13,035 users - [Broken Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.broken.compass) — 848 users - [Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.zipangulu.bussola) — 204 users - [Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ryantechlabs.compass) — 238 users - [Compass Guide:Navigation App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.appsbay.compass_guide) — 466 users - [NaviCore Compass & Map](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.egylab.navicore) — 137 users - [Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gamma.compass) — 4,896,104 users, 4.64 / 5 - [Js Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.cpmpass.north.koin) — 10,899 users - [Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.compass_by_oliva) — 325 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.thetimerider.learnthecompass)