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Using map functions in Google Maps
Want to use the map functions in Google Maps? It's easy, but you need to set up your mobile phone for internet and turn on GPS before you can use this function.
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1. Find "Maps"
Tap Apps.
Tap Maps.
2. Use map functions in Google Maps
The following steps describe how you:
Find a destination
Use zoom
Save a destination as a favourite
Plan a route to a destination
Clear the map
Find a destination
Use zoom
Save a destination as a favourite
Plan a route to a destination
Clear the map
3. Find destination
Tap Search.
Key in the required destination.
Results matching what you key in are displayed.
Key in the required destination.
Results matching what you key in are displayed.
Tap the required destination.
4. Use zoom
Drag two fingers together or apart to zoom in or out.
5. Save preferred location
Tap the destination.
Tap the star.
6. Plan route to destination
Tap the directions icon.
Tap the required mode of transportation.
Tap the required route.
7. Clear map
Tap the Return key the necessary number of times to clear the map.
8. Return to the home screen
Tap the Home key to return to the home screen.