Life is full of pro tips and travel hacks, one in particular that I’ve found to be a lifesaver while exploring is using Google Maps offline when traveling. We all know that cellphone provider deals can get rather expensive, especially when traveling without a cheap data roaming deal. Perhaps turning off your phone and taking in the beauty of the present would make the trip an even better experience anyways. The hard part is, you have no idea where you are, so how will you get around?
Solution: Use Google Maps When Offline
Downloading Google Maps and using it offline is the perfect solution. You can store vital information offline and save it for the next upcoming adventure. However, certain limitations do exist including your map being able to find every desired stop on your wish list, getting walking directions, or getting up to date traffic assistance. This mode will allow you to use your GPS location, save locations, get driving directions, and even search for crucial stops such as an ATM machine. Here are the quick and easy steps to begin saving your money and data:
Directions for Androids and IPhones
| Androids | IPhones |
| 1) Open Google Maps 2) Input the destination you wish to go to- the destination will show up on the screen here 3) Simply press the ‘X’ to rid the destination from the search bar 4) Type in the phrase ‘ok maps’ to the same search bar 5) This will trigger a screen to pop up and ask if you want to download a map of the area inside of a blue box – this is a map of what will be downloaded, enabling you to zoom in or out to refine the exact location you desire 6) After you locate the exact location, press ‘download’ After its downloaded, you can use this map like normal with or without data | 1) Open Google Maps 2) Input the destination you wish to go to-the destination will show up on the screen here 3) Simply press the ‘X’ to rid the destination from the search bar 4) Type in the phrase ‘ok maps’ to the same search bar This will trigger a screen to pop up and ask if you want to download a map of the area inside of a blue box – this is a map of what will be downloaded, enabling you to zoom in or out to refine the exact location you desire |
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