Add places to your map

You can add important places by searching for locations or drawing them directly on the map.

Add a place

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the My Maps app .
2. Open or create a map. A map can have up to 10,000 lines, shapes, or places.
3. In the bottom right, tap Add Add a new point.
4. Drag the map until the X is where you want it, then tap Select this location.
5. Give your place a name and choose a layer. A layer can have 2,000 lines, shapes, or places.
6. Tap Done .

Search for places

You can add restaurants, hotels, museums, and other public places to your map.

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the My Maps app .
2. Open or create a map.
3. In the search bar, enter a place name or address.
4. Tap one of the search results.
5. If the result is what you want, tap Add to map.

Edit a place

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the My Maps app .
2. Open or create a map.
3. Tap the place you want to edit.
4. Tap Edit details .
5. Make your changes.
6. Optional: To move the point on the map, tap Edit . Then pan the point to the new location and tap Select this location.
7. When you’re finished, tap Done .