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2. Tap
(Search) and then use the Search Maps field
to manually enter a desired place or choose from among
the various categories. Matches are filtered by those
closest to your current location.
3. Tap MAP VIEW to launch the related maps feature.
4. Press
and then tap Add a search. The functions
adds additional search shortcuts to the places screen.
Maps
Google Maps allow you to track your current location, view
real-time traffic issues, and view detailed destination
directions. There is also a search tool included to help you
locate places of interest or a specific address. You can view
locations on a vector or aerial map, or you can view locations
at the street level.
Important! Before using Google Maps you must have an active
data or Wi-Fi connection. The Maps application
does not cover every country or city.
From the Home screen, tap
(Maps).
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(Apps) ➔
Important! For best results, it is recommended that you enable
all of your location services. For more information,
refer to "Location Services" on page 220.
Enabling a Location source
Before you use Google Maps and find your location or search
for places of interest, you must enable a location source. To
enable the location source you must enable the wireless
network, or enable the GPS satellites.
Important! The more location determining functions are
enabled, the more accurate the determination will
be of your position.
1. From the Home screen, press
Settings ➔ Location services.
2. Tap Use wireless networks allows apps to use data from
sources such as Wi-Fi and mobile networks to provide a
better approximation of your current location.
3. Tap Use GPS satellites to enable the GPS satellite.
and then tap
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