While there are a plethora of navigation apps, Google Maps remains one of the most widely used options. It comes pre-installed on most Android smartphones, offers an easy-to-use and familiar ...

When using Google Maps to calculate distance, the app maps the route based on how you would drive or walk to that location. In other words, it's not always the shortest route between points.

With just a few smart tips, Google Maps can become your personal trip planner that makes every journey memorable.

While features like offline maps and multi-stop routes are widely known, some less-known features could change how you use the app every day. Here are some of those hidden gems.

Google Maps custom routes can be created on desktop, but good luck importing and opening them on Android and Android Auto. It's infuriating.

This is what Live View does: it’s a Google Maps feature that uses augmented reality (AR) to help users walk to their ...

Google Maps, whether you’re using it on Android or iOS, is an app packed with features—from guides to what to see in your local area to the ability to share your location with friends and ...

As many people already know, Google Maps offers multiple navigation modes, so the app can offer turn-by-turn directions for cars, walking, cycling, and public transportation.

Measuring distances “as the crow flies” on Google Maps just got easier with a hidden feature in the mobile app. While most users rely on Google Maps for navigation routes, this direct line ...

Use the "Open now" filter on Google Maps to find places open when you need them. Customize public transit preferences in Google Maps to tailor your route to your preferences.