The most widely used navigation and map app, Google Maps, offers a number of tools to assist users in exploring the best routes to their target locations and learning about the local attractions.
Nevertheless, these functions are limited to using the smartphone with an internet connection. However, the navigation tool also has an offline version that can be used without the device having internet access. In locations with erratic internet connectivity, the offline version of Google Maps makes use of downloaded maps that are saved on the phone for navigation purposes. Here’s how to use Google Maps offline in India after downloading it:
Download the Google Map
You may use Google Maps on iOS and Android devices. iPhone users can get it from the App Store, even though Android handsets in India already come with it pre-installed.
To use offline, save the map
Open the Google Maps app on your mobile device.- Press the icon of your profile in the upper right corner. Choose “Offline maps” from the drop-down menu.- Select “Select your own map” by clicking on it.- To select a specific location, such as an entire neighborhood, city, or state, adjust the map. Users can fine-tune their area selection by adjusting the zoom level.- After selecting a map, tap the “Download” button and watch as it downloads to the device.
Using the offline map that was downloaded
Launch the Google Maps app.- Press on the avatar located in the upper right corner. Selected as “Offline maps.”- Choose the map you downloaded.- Using the downloaded map, locate locations and obtain instructions to them.
The offline map download requires an internet connection from the user. Furthermore, features like live traffic updates, information about public transportation, and other live features will only work while your phone is online. Users must frequently connect their phones to the internet in order for Google Maps to refresh offline maps. The amount of storage capacity required for offline maps should also be taken into account, as larger areas would require more room on the device.
