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Google Maps: The compass mode
Among the novelties introduced by the last update of Google Maps include the addition of the famous compass mode. This is easy to use, and allows you to display a slanted view of the area where you are. This compass mode navigates through the direction you are moving.
1. Activate the compass mode
Start by running Google Maps. Once on the interface mapping area, touch the icon "My position" (top right), the latter will turn into wind rose. Press this compass to start the compass mode. The card then goes into 3D and compass appears on the top left of your screen. You know the principle of the Red arrow indicates the magnetic north.
2. Use of the compass mode
The compass mode allows you to orient yourself in real time, with more accuracy. The map is oriented in the direction you are facing. The viewing angle is adjusted according to the compass mode. It also works with Street View. Know that you can leave at any time by touching the icon representing the compass. Google Maps interactive map remains even when the compass mode is turned off.
What is new in Google Maps?
1. New interface
Google Maps is now accompanied by two bands. A top banner where you will find a drop down menu with the functions Up, addresses and navigation, and a lower banner with access to Layers and addresses directly.
2. Layers
In this new version, it is possible to overlay different layers as needed. First press the Layers button in the bottom right and select those that you want to appear (traffic information, transport, etc.) and confirm.
3. Address
The other advantage of having Google Maps on a smartphone or tablet, is to have access to good addresses referenced by the search engine. Press the Address button (second from the right) and choose from the Restaurants, Cafes, Bars and nearby attractive centers.
How to use Google Maps Navigation
Google Maps Navigation is in beta version. Yet this is one of the best performing GPS applications and perhaps the simplest to use. More tutorials below;
1. Enable GPS
To use a GPS application, be certain that your GPS is activated. To activate GPS mode, navigate to the Settings section of your phone, then in Security & location or Location & security (however). There, you can simply check the Enable GPS satellites. Do not forget to uncheck after the end of your trip because the GPS consumes battery.
2. By voice recognition
Launch the app navigation, touch Speak Destination and speak it clearly. Google then trace the route starting from where you are and a voice informs you when you reach your destination.
3. Change course
You have to find another way if you do not want to be late! Click the Menu icon on the bottom right then and select Route alternatives. Click the second icon from the left (toothed wheels) avoid highways and tolls, or third to display the different itineraries available as well as their distance.
Google Maps: Navigate a new dimension
1. Tilt
If you are the proud owner of an Android smartphone, you can benefit since 3D effect has being added to Google Maps. You can use the 3D feature even when you're not in Satellite mode. To do this, place two fingers on either side of the screen and slide them in parallel in the same direction. The view would the changed and buildings appear in 3D.
2. Rotate
You can rotate the plane by placing two fingers on the screen and rotating them. As usual, you can also walk on the map by navigating with one finger. The movements produce relatively intuitive and the application is very responsive.
Google Maps Navigation offline
Finally Google has done what we've being waiting for. You know have the ability to use Google Maps Navigation offline! This feature is still very limited, but opens the way to beautiful package savings for those who do not have unlimited Internet.
1. Access cards
To work offline, Google Maps Navigation requires that you download maps. Go to My addresses via the drop-down menu and click the Offline Connection tab. It is in this location that they will be saved.
2. Plan Area
Indicate the desired region or town as the application prompted, and click OK. Now you need to enlarge or reduce the area of the area you want to backup. Google Maps kept in memory can not exceed 85 MB, a hundred kilometers from diagonal.
3. Download the map
Once the area is defined, confirm with Ok and let Google Maps download the map. Note that you can only download one at a time, and Wi-Fi will not be luxury. Google Maps Navigation will then work in this area, whether you are connected to the internet or not.
