Wondering how to change the contrast on Google Maps? The default contrast settings may not suit everyone’s needs, especially under varying lighting conditions. Unfortunately, Google Maps doesn’t offer a built-in feature to adjust it directly within the app or website. But I have a solution. How To Change Contrast on Google Maps You can use […]
When Google Maps keeps changing my route, I’m usually not eager to discover the fastest route or avoid tolls. All I want to do is stick to my original plan. Unfortunately, Google Maps doesn’t let you turn off automatic rerouting. But luckily, I found three handy workarounds: 1. Turn Off Background Data Usage For Google […]
Identifying city borders on Google Maps is important for different purposes, from urban planning and real estate to travel and local governance. Today, I’ll show you how to find them easily! How To View City Borders on Google Maps Google Maps doesn’t show the borders of a city by default. Here’s how you can activate […]
Google Maps has added a new, "Show 3D buildings" feature to its Navigation settings.
If Google Maps is only showing steps instead of the full map view, don’t fret. It usually happens when your phone is connected to Apple CarPlay, or because you haven’t granted it location permissions. The good news is that I have solutions! How To Fix Google Maps Only Showing Steps First, you can try out […]
Google has updated the Suggest an edit feature within Google Maps business listings. Google said the new flow is "easier" and should help make updates to the Google Maps data.Google posted about this change over here and explained how the flow now works:Search for a place or select it on the map. Select “Suggest an edit” from the place listing. Select the item you wish to update, like the business name or operating hours. Make a change or select “Don't know, but this is incorrect” if you...
If you have a problem with Google Maps only showing directions without the start button, this article will help you fix it easily. I’ll explain why this issue occurs, and then give you a quick solution. Let’s start! Why Is Google Maps Only Showing Directions? Not having your location as your starting point is the […]
Google Maps flickering can be so subtle that it’s barely noticeable, or make the app downright unusable. Whichever the case, I’m here to help you out. Follow along to get rid of this issue in no time: 1. Disable Hardware Acceleration Hardware acceleration lets your browser delegate certain tasks to your device’s hardware components, potentially […]
Wondering how to create a bike route on Google Maps? Whether you’re commuting, exercising, or exploring, here’s how you can tailor your journey to your cycling needs. How To Create a Bike Route on Google Maps That’s it! Simple, right? So, now you know how to create a bike route on Google Maps. Thanks to […]
Encountering a random Google Maps black screen can be frustrating, especially when relying on it for directions or planning routes. This issue could arise due to Google Chrome extensions or plugins interfering with Maps, hardware acceleration slowing down performances, and other factors. Luckily, it’s fairly easy to resolve it. Just follow my lead! How To […]
The “Google Maps can’t add this place” message can be annoying, especially when you’re trying to pin a new spot on the map. Maybe it’s a cool new restaurant you found, a park you think others should know about, or just a place you want to remember for later. But don’t worry. Here’s what you […]
If you want to learn how to share a pin on Google Maps, this article is for you. I’ll walk you through the process step-by-step, so you can effortlessly share locations with anyone, anywhere. Let’s get into it! How To Share a Pin on Google Maps Now that you know how to share a pin […]