User guide

View your current location
Select
on the map.
If you search for or browse to a location, and view details about the location, the
information for the location you are currently viewing is displayed. To return to
viewing your current location, or to view information for your current location, select
.
Zoom in or out
To zoom in, double-tap the map, or place two fingers on the map and slide them apart.
To zoom out, slide your fingers together.
Tip: You can also use the zoom bar. To display the bar in the different views, select
> Settings, and activate Zoom bar.
If you browse to an area not covered by the street maps that are stored on your phone,
and you have an active data connection, new street maps are automatically
downloaded.
New street maps are also downloaded if you upgrade to the latest Maps application
version.
Map coverage varies by country and region.
Change the look of the map
View the map in different modes, to easily identify where you are.
Select
.
Select
and from the following:
Map — In the standard map view, details such as location names or motorway
numbers are easy to read.
Satellite — For a detailed realistic view, use satellite images.
Terrain — View at a glance the ground type, for example, when you are travelling off-
road.
Public transport lines — View selected public transport services, such as metro, bus,
or tram routes.
3D Mode — For a more realistic view, change the perspective of the map.
Nightmode — Dim the colours of the map. When travelling at night, the map is easier
to read in this mode.
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