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.

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

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 ...

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, 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 ...

Get a comprehensive overview of Google Maps symbols and icons, their meanings, and how to use them effectively in this ultimate guide for beginners.

Google Maps and Apple’s Maps app offer location-based directories and other tools for finding new places to explore, before or after you hit the road.

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.