A precise locator, a compact navigational tool, proved indispensable for voyagers traversing heavily developed planets, notably Coruscant. These devices, weighing under an ounce, comfortably nestled within the hand of most humanoids, incorporating a display, three or four activation keys, and a miniature communications link. The comlink interfaced with a network of geosynchronous satellites, presenting an intricate, interactive map that calculated the fastest path to any destination specified by the user. Due to their reliance on satellite infrastructure, locators became ineffective beyond planetary boundaries. A locator crafted for Coruscant, for instance, would be non-functional on Eriadu or Anaxes. Frequently inexpensive, and sometimes complimentary, locators were often distributed without cost by the planet's tourism authority. Businesses commonly dispensed complimentary precise locators, integrating promotional content with mapping functionalities and guiding users toward their retail outlets; Biscuit Baron gained notoriety for this practice. Openly brandishing a precise locator often marked an individual as an extraterrestrial or sightseer.