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1. While viewing detail information for a location,
• Tap to star the location.
• Tap to un-star the location.
Viewing a location in Street view
Street view mode provides a street-level view of the
location. Street view may not be available for all areas.
1. From the Home screen, tap
Apps
>
Maps
.
2. While viewing detailed information for a location, tap
.
• To view surrounding areas, swipe the screen in any
direction.
3. Searching for a location
You can search Google Maps for specific locations,
company names, or business types.
1. From the Home screen, tap
Apps
>
Maps
.
2. Tap
Search
.
3. Enter the search criteria. As you type, suggested
matches from your contacts, the web, and previously
searched items are displayed.
• Tap to search
• Tap a suggested search term.
4. The search results are displayed as markers with
letter labels on the map.
• Tap markers and titles to view more information.
• Tap to show the search results as a list >tap each
item to see more information.
4. Viewing map layers
Initially, Google Maps opens with a street map. You can
view additional map layers, such as satellite images and
traffic information. You can also view custom Web
created Google Maps.
1. From the Home screen, tap
Apps
>
Maps
.
2. Tap
Option
>
Layers
. A dialog opens with a list
of layers.
3. Turn layers on or off by tapping the layer name. A
check mark indicates the layer is selected.
• Tap
Option
>
Clear Map
to deselect all layers.
Layers may change the map entirely or overlay additional
information.Tap icons or interactive items to explore
different layer types.
5. Getting directions
1. From the Home screen, tap
Apps
>
Maps
.
2. Tap
>
Directions
.
3. Use your current location as the starting point, or enter
a location in the
Start point
field.
4. Enter your destination in the
End point
field.
5. Tap or or to select your transportation
method > tap
Get directions
.
Calendar
The Calendar application data on your phone syncs with
the web-based Google Calendar service. It is also
compatible with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Calendar.