How to use the offline maps of the new Google Maps
Now that the new generation of Google maps has arrived, iPhone users , iPad and Android devices now have a complete search tool anywhere on the planet, either a address or a establishment, and know how to get there All this while enjoying information from up-to-date traffic and a new, clearer and more attractive design.But haven't they missed something with this new Google Maps? Many users have noticed the lack of map portion download function to use this application even when no account with Internet connection A utility that is present in this new version, but is hidden
For those who still don't know it, it must be said that downloading portions of the map is a great utility for users who want to use Google Maps in places where they do not have internet connection This means being able to use the navigation system of this tool when traveling abroad and not using Roaming data, saving you money if you have downloaded the map of the place prior to your trip. Although it is also useful to ensure the continuation of said navigation in places where the coverage does not reachA function that was praised after its arrival in the old version of Google Maps, but in this new redesign it is still not found fully tuned, although it is possible to use it.
After the first criticisms and comments from users, the developers of Google Maps replied informing that this function is under development in this new version, but there is a method to make use of it. This system is valid for both platform Android and for iOS, and only requires a couple of steps. Of course, as we have been able to verify, it is not yet available for all the mapping of Spain An issue that is expected to change soon and perhaps silently, so it never hurts to know. Also, it's still a good use for traveling abroad, especially in United States where yes this question works.
All you have to do is place the view on the portion of the map that interests you A territory not too broad but can cover, for example, most of New York Thus, once adjusted with the pinch gesture said area, it remains to pronounce the magic words. Specifically write in the top bar search OK maps (or its variant okay maps). With this, a progress bar informs the user of the collection of data for offline use. Also, if there is a problem such as the area to be saved is too big or thatis not available for storage, the user is informed by a message at the bottomA rather interesting extra point to know is that it is possible to repeat this process with several parts of the map to get a larger portion.
After that it is already possible to consult with enough detail said portions of the downloaded map when not you have a connection Hopefully Google corrects and expands this great utility, allowing you to store more map parts
