Using map functions in Maps

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Want to use the map functions in Maps? It's easy, but remember you need to set up your mobile phone for internet and turn on GPS before you can use this function.

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Find "Maps"

Tap Maps.

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Use map functions in Maps

The following steps describe how you:

Find a destination

Use zoom

Turn 3D mode on or off

Save a destination as a favourite

Plan a route to a destination

Clear the map

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Find destination

Tap Search or enter an address.

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Find destination

Key in the required destination and tap Search.

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Find destination

the selected destination is displayed as a point on the map.

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Use zoom

Drag two fingers together or apart to zoom in or out.

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Turn 3D mode on or off

Tap the information icon.

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Turn 3D mode on or off

Tap Show 3D Map or Show 2D Map (depending on the current setting) to turn 3D mode on or off.

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Save location as a favourite

Tap the field above the destination.

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Save location as a favourite

Tap the menu icon.

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Save location as a favourite

Tap Add to Favorites.

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Save location as a favourite

Edit the name of the location and tap Save.

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Save location as a favourite

Tap Map to return to the map.

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Plan route to destination

Tap the field above the destination.

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Plan route to destination

Tap Directions to Here.

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Plan route to destination

Tap Route.

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Plan route to destination

Tap Drive or Walk.

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Clear the map

Tap Clear.

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Return to the home screen

Tap the Home key to return to the home screen.

Swipe right for the next step

Tap anywhere to dismiss

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