Weather / location / timezone sync settings
Overview​
Weather / location / timezone sync settings
The Weather / location / timezone sync settings page is used to configure weather API key, GEO names username, and sync interval.
Before you begin​
Required permissions​
- You must have permission to edit settings to change values on this page.
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Access to Weather / location / timezone sync settings settings is controlled by role permissions for Settings management.
Preconditions​
- The Settings section must be available to your role.
- Values must be valid before changes can be saved.
Dependencies​
- Weather features depend on a valid weather API token.
- Leaving the token empty and saving disables the feature.
- Sync interval must be one of the supported values.
Important limitations​
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- Changing settings can affect system behavior. Review values before saving.
Page layout​
Settings card and edit dialog​
Weather / location / timezone sync settings
| Callout | UI element | Description | When to use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Weather API key | Field. | Use to configure weather features. |
| 2 | GEO names username | Text field. | Use to configure GEO names integration. |
| 3 | Sync interval, days | Dropdown. | Use to set sync interval. |
| 4 | Weather API key helper text | When weather API key is set you can use weather features. Leave the token field empty and save the form to disable the feature. | Read before saving or clearing the token. |
How to use this page​
Review settings​
Goal:
- Review current Weather / location / timezone sync settings values.
Steps:
- Open Settings.
- Select or scroll to Weather / location / timezone sync settings.
- Review the values shown on the settings card.
Expected result:
- Current settings are visible.
Edit settings​
Goal:
- Update Weather / location / timezone sync settings values.
Steps:
- Open Settings.
- Select or scroll to Weather / location / timezone sync settings.
- Select the edit icon.
- Update the fields, dropdowns, or toggles.
- Select Save.
Expected result:
- Settings are saved when values are valid and the action is allowed.
Field and option reference​
| Name | Description | Accepted values / behavior | Restrictions / default |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Weather API key | Field. | Use to configure weather features. |
| 2 | Weather API key helper text | When weather API key is set you can use weather features. Leave the token field empty and save the form to disable the feature. | Read before saving or clearing the token. |
| 3 | GEO names username | Text field. | Use to configure GEO names integration. |
| 4 | Sync interval, days | Dropdown. | Use to set sync interval. |
Tips​
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- Review current values before opening the edit dialog.
- Save only after checking all required fields.
- Contact an administrator if the expected edit action is unavailable.
Troubleshooting​
Settings were not saved​
Possible causes
- You selected Cancel.
- One or more values are invalid.
What to do
- Open the edit dialog again.
- Review every field, dropdown, and toggle.
- Correct invalid values.
- Select Save.
Weather features are unavailable​
Possible causes
- Weather API key is empty or invalid.
- GEO names username is missing.
What to do
- Review Weather API key.
- Review GEO names username.
- Select a supported sync interval.
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