Tips and tricks for the Google Maps app

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Try one of the latest Google Maps features

There are many ways to use Google Maps or explore the world around you. Here’s one feature that people find helpful right now.

Track your progress on the train or bus

You can now get step-by-step navigation when you take public transit. You’ll see the arrival time of the next train or bus. You’ll also get notifications when it’s time to transfer or get off at your stop.

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Maps app .
2. Search for your destination or tap it on the map.
3. In the bottom right, tap Directions .
4. Choose Transit .
5. Tap your preferred route Start.

Learn about other helpful Maps features

• Make Google Maps better for others:
  You earn points and recognition for sharing reviews, photos, and knowledge on Google Maps.
  Learn how to contribute to Google Maps.

• Make a list of places to visit:
  To remember how to get someplace, save it in Google Maps. That way, you can quickly find it later.
  Learn how to save favorite places.

• Send your location in real time:
  To make it easier to meet up with others or show them how to find you, let them see where you are.
  Learn how to share your location with others.
   
• Save maps to your phone:
  If you plan to travel where it’s hard to get the internet, download an area map ahead of time.
  Learn how to navigate offline.

• Set route options:
  When you use Google Maps to navigate to a place, you can pick your route preferences.
  Learn how to avoid tolls, ferries, and highways.
   
• Explore in Street View:
  You can see photos of the places you visit and explore the area up close.
  Learn how to use Street View.

See what else you can do with Google Maps

• To learn about more Google Maps features, go to the Help Center.
• To learn how Maps was changed based on your feedback, see what's new in Google Maps.