Using Google Maps; Viewing Locations - HTC Desire User Manual

Maps and location

Using Google Maps

Google Maps lets you track your current location, view real-time traffic
situations, and receive detailed directions to your destination. It also
provides a search tool where you can locate places of interest or an
address on a vector or aerial map, or view locations in street level.
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Viewing locations

Turning on location services
Before you open Google Maps and find your location or search for
places of interest, you must enable location sources.
1.
Press HOME
2. Select Use wireless networks, Use GPS satellites, or both.
Selecting Use GPS satellites lets you locate places of interest at street
level. However, this requires a clear view of the sky and more battery
power.
You need an active mobile data or Wi-Fi connection to use Google
Maps.
The Google Maps application does not cover every country or city.
> MENU and then tap Settings > Location.