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Using map functions in Maps

Want to use the map functions in Maps? It's easy, but remember you need to set up your tablet for internet and turn on GPS before you can use this function.

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1. Find "Maps"

Tap Maps.

2. Use map functions in Maps

The following steps describe how you:
Find a destination
Use zoom
Turn 3D mode on or off
Save a destination as a favourite
Plan a route to a destination
Clear the map

3. Find destination

Tap Search or enter an address.

Key in the required destination and tap Search.

the selected destination is displayed as a point on the map.

4. Use zoom

Drag two fingers together or apart to zoom in or out.

5. Turn 3D mode on or off

Tap the information icon.

Tap Show 3D Map or Show 2D Map (depending on the current setting) to turn 3D mode on or off.

6. Save location as a favourite

Tap the field above the destination.

Tap the menu icon.

Tap Add to Favorites.

Edit the name of the location and tap Save.

7. Plan route to destination

Tap Directions to Here.

Tap Route.

Tap Drive or Walk.

8. Clear map

Tap Clear.

9. Return to the home screen

Tap the Home key to return to the home screen.