Google Maps has many useful features to help you make the most of route planning, trip options, and privacy features.

Make sure you unmute guidance audio to receive clear directions while walking. Adjust guidance volume to hear directions better with street noise. Enable detailed voice guidance and Live View for more ...

Whether you're heading across town or across the country, a navigation app like Google Maps can be essential to easier travel. It can help you steer clear of heavy traffic, accidents, toll roads and ...

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Google Maps turns 20 this week. To celebrate, Google has rolled out a list of 20 things you might not have known the navigation app could do. The list includes popular favorites, helpful hidden gems, ...

Google Maps is rolling out new features designed to help users save time and feel more prepared, including a Gemini-powered “know before you go” tool. The navigation app is also launching an improved ...

Macy Meyer is a North Carolina native who graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a BA in English and a second BA in Journalism. Macy is a Writer on the CNET How-To team, covering a variety of topics, ...