- Switching from walking to driving on Google Maps is key to being able to use this application well
- This is possible in all versions of the service, both on iPhone and Android and on PC
- What are the steps to follow to choose the way you are moving?
Google Maps is the main reference for urban maps and location inside and outside cities, but if you are not so used to using this application, or if you used to use it on foot and have just bought a car, there are some things that you should learn now. Fortunately for you, If you don’t know how to switch from walking to driving in Maps, in this article we show you the steps to follow on iPhone, Android and PC.
The thing is that, by default, Maps is configured to show us how to get to our destination by walking. It is up to us to tell you if we are using public transport or if we have our own vehicle. Assuming the latter is the case, you’ll need to know how to switch from Walk to Drive mode in the app.
If you ride a bike don’t worrybecause basically the steps to follow are the same, with the only difference that, instead of clicking on the car icon, you should click on the bicycle icon.
How to go from walking to driving on Google Maps?
on iPhone
Although Apple insists that we adopt Apple Maps instead of Google Maps, you can always download this app directly from the App Storeso the first step will be to download it to your device, in this link. Downloaded and launched, the procedure does not differ much from what should be done on Android smartphones.
- Open the Google Maps app on your iPhone and tap the Search here field at the top of the screen
- Write the destination you are going to and press the search button, in the lower right corner
- Press the blue Directions button, and indicate which parts of your current location, or the corresponding one
- If this is your first time opening Google Maps, it will ask you to grant some permissions; do it
- Once the start point and end point are uploaded, you will see the amount of time to the site
- Maps will show you the fastest route, but you can ask it to indicate another one
- If the Walk icon is checked above your route, change to the Car one
There are some clarifications to consider such as, if you do not plan to start driving at that time, you can save the route for latertaking advantage of the Pin that is located in the lower right corner.
On the other hand, Maps gives you some accessibility features, like voice guidance for your trips. Thinking of concentrating on the road, it may be a good idea to keep it active to assist you.
In the end, to exit the Indications, you just have to click on the Exit button, at the bottom right.
on android
Generally, Android users will be more used to dealing frequently with Maps, and that’s an advantage. Even, last destinations may be saved and that you are going to repeat one of them very soon. But, since there is never a lack of beginners in the room, it does not hurt to repeat the steps. Now, in the Google OS.
- Open the Google Maps app on your iPhone and tap the Search here field at the top of the screen
- Write the destination you are going to and press the search button, in the lower right corner
- Press the blue Directions button, and indicate which parts of your current location, or the corresponding one
- If this is your first time opening Google Maps, it will ask you to grant some permissions; do it
- Once the start point and end point are uploaded, you will see the amount of time to the site
- Maps will show you the fastest route, but you can ask it to indicate another one
- If the Walk icon is checked above your route, change to the Car one
Like on iPhone, you can save the route for later, and Being proactive is something you won’t regret.
on PC
If you are planning your getaway with a little more time, it is likely that you will do it from your computer. Running Google Maps on computers has several benefits, the main one being the size of their screens. Regardless of what operating system you’re running, you’ll be able to go from walking to driving on your maps.
- Open the Google Maps app in your browser and tap on the Search here field at the top of the screen
- Write the destination you are going to and press the search button, in the lower right corner
- Press the blue Directions button, and point to the parts of your current location, or the one that will touch
- Once the start point and end point are loaded, you will see the amount of time to get there
- Maps will show you the fastest route, but you can ask it to indicate another
- If the Walk icon is checked, it changes to the Car icon
Something quite interesting is that we can send the routes from PC to phone to follow them once in the car. You have to press the option Send instructions on how to get to the phoneon the left side of the screen.
Eventually, you can also send them to an email if you intend to share them with your colleagues.
Do you ride a bike around the city? We leave you an article on how to see bicycle routes on Google Maps.
