How to Use Maps App on iPhone 7 Plus, iPad or iPod Touch

Apple made excellent improvements in iOS 10, including the Maps app Which require a Wi-fi Online to Work. It is no longer a simple app that provides you direction. In Apple’s latest iOS version, Maps app can now perform many tasks and even organize bookings or reservations for you. It has become bigger and more intelligent.

How to Use Maps App

When you open the Maps app, the bottom card will show a search bar. Based on your appointments and routine, you will see predictive locations, recent locations, or your favorite locations. You can scroll this card up to see more of your list. Simply tap on a pin or address to change the contextual card, and it will show you the estimated mileage, address as well as driving time. There is also an option to share your location with your contacts.

Here’s how to use Maps app to get directions:

1. Open Maps, tap the Search bar and enter your destination.
2. Tap Destinations and choose from Drive, Walk, Transit, or Ride.
3. Choose the path that you prefer.
4. Once you are ready, tap Go.
5. To end your route, tap End.

Another great improvement in the Maps app is that you can see multiple options and you can avoid highways or tolls. You can also choose a specific mode of transportation, or you can disable bus routes. To avoid tolls and highways, go to Settings, tap Maps, select Driving & Navigation, and tap the switches for Highways or Tolls.

Add Favorite Locations and Transit Line

Adding your favorite locations is simple. Follow these steps:

1. Select a location and scroll down to the bottom.
2. Tap Add to Favorites.

If you wish to share, edit, or remove your favorite location, follow these:

1. Tap the Search bar and scroll down to Favorites.
2. Swipe left on a favorite and select Remove or Share.

To add a favorite transit line:

1. Tap the i button in Maps and select Transit.
2. Zoom in and tap the transit line name or number.
3. When the Details card is shown, scroll down and tap Add to Favorites.

Use Markers to See Distance between Two Locations

You can mark your location by using a marker or use it to check the distance from one place to another.

1. Tap the i button in the upper right corner and tap Mark My Location.
2. Alternatively, you can touch and hold on a certain area to mark it.

To show the distance between two locations:

1. Put a marker or tap a landmark.
2. Tap Directions.
3. Tap My Location. You can change your start point by editing the text bar.
4. Tap Route to see the fastest ways.

To remove markers, tap on the marker, and tap Edit Location. Select Remove Marker.

Smarter Search and Directions

You can easily narrow down the options for entertainment, food, travel, and more. Tapping on the search bar will bring you eight colored bubbles options: Food, Drinks, Shopping, Travel, Fun, Health and Transport.

To find nearby places:

1. Open the Maps app.
2. Tap the search
3. Select a category of your choice to view more options.
4. Choose a location and tap Directions.
5. Tap Go.

For instance, if you want to select the Food option, the screen will show you Fast Food, Restaurants, Coffee Shops, Desserts, Groceries, and Bakeries. Simply pick any category to see the suggested locations. For example, tapping the option Bakeries will show you nearby bakery shops, including Dunkin Donuts.

You can also use a Route Card, which allows you to search nearby Gas Stations, Fast Food or Coffee shops. Simply tap on any button, or you can also ask Siri if there is a gas station along the route. The Maps app will show you options and add a stop along your way if you want to.

Parked Car Marker

The Maps app allows you to see where exactly you parked your car. As long as your vehicle has Bluetooth connection or CarPlay, you can use your iOS device to know where you left your car using the Maps app. It also displays the time to reach your car as well as your distance from the parking area. You can also include your Maps Destination in Today’s view to see the location right away.

Here’s how to use Maps app for going back to your car: Open  Maps, tap search and select Parked Car from the list.

Book Ride and Reservations using Maps App

There is a tab in Maps called the Ride tab. You can use this option for calling a vehicle from Uber, Line, or Lyft without having to install their apps or exiting the Maps app. Once you are connected to the service, it will show you available cars that you can book, estimated waiting time as well as the cost to your destination. To request your ride, simply tap Book to open the next screen.

The Maps app is also integrated with OpenTable app. You can see the button Reservations: OpenTable option where you can take reservations. Tap that button to view more options and to complete your reservation. Also, your reservation will be added on your Calendars app. If you need to cancel your reservation, simply open the OpenTable app.

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