Android 8.0: Using Google Maps on an Android Device


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Overview/Description
Who doesn't love Google Maps? This course shows you how to use Google Maps with your Android 8 device. Discover how to display maps, information and photos from around the world. Next, get directions, search for a destination, input an address, and create an itinerary. Learn how to access more detailed mapping information and input the transportation mode, whether it's car, bicycle, public or foot; and adjust the travel route. You'll also learn useful tips, such as how to save and label locations with mini pins. Explore almost continuous pictures of streets and public places with the Street View and the 360 gallery. Download a map for off-line use. Conclude by learning how to manage notifications, voice directions and navigation settings.

Expected Duration (hours)
0.7

Lesson Objectives

Android 8.0: Using Google Maps on an Android Device

  • display a map in Google Maps on your Android device
  • modify a map's display settings on your Android device
  • prepare an itinerary on your Android device
  • use different modes of transport on your Android device
  • save places on your Android device
  • use the Street View function on your Android device
  • use Maps offline on your Android device
  • configure the Maps application on your Android device
  • Course Number:
    ds_and8_10_enus

    Expertise Level
    Beginner