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Travel and maps
Navigating the map
You can navigate the map using finger gestures.
§ Slide your finger in any direction to pan.
§ Double-tap the map or slide two fingers apart over an area to zoom in.
To zoom in while holding the phone with one hand, double-tap with your thumb and hold the
second tap, and then drag your thumb down.
§ Double-tap the map with two fingers or slide two fingers together over an area to zoom out.
To zoom out while holding the phone with one hand, double-tap with your thumb and hold
the second tap, and then drag your thumb up.
§ Press and hold an area with two fingers and then drag your fingers in a circular motion to
rotate the map.
§ Press and hold an area with two fingers and then swipe up to see an angled view of the map.
Swipe down to return to overhead view.
Searching for a location
Use Google Maps to search for a location, such as an address or a type of business or establishment
(for example, museums).
1. From the Home screen, tap
2. Tap the search box and then enter the place you want to search for.
3. Tap the Enter key on the keyboard or tap a suggested search item. If there is only one search
result, it will be marked with a place marker
4. If there are multiple search results, they will be indicated by red dots or smart map icons.
Swipe up from the bottom to see all of the search results or tap List results.
5. If available, tap Filter to narrow the search results.
, and then find and tap Maps.
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