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Google Maps: 7 handy tricks you should know while using the popular app
Google Maps is packed with features that can make your travels and daily life much easier. Here are 10 simple tips to get the most out of it:
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Share Where You Are, Live: Need to let someone know exactly where you are right now? Open your profile, go to "Location Sharing," and you can share your real-time location for a specific amount of time. Perfect for meeting up with friends or when you're on a trip.
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Browse Privately with Incognito Mode: Just like in your web browser, Google Maps has an Incognito Mode. Turn it on from your profile if you don't want your searches or places you look up to be saved in your history.
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![Remember Where You Parked: Never lose your car in a big parking lot again! After you park, tap the blue dot (which shows your current location) and select "Save your parking." You can even add notes or photos to help you remember.](https://images.moneycontrol.com/static-mcnews/2025/07/20250707145018_7.jpg "Remember Where You Parked: Never lose your car in a big parking lot again! After you park, tap the blue dot (which shows your current location) and select "Save your parking." You can even add notes or photos to help you remember.")
Remember Where You Parked: Never lose your car in a big parking lot again! After you park, tap the blue dot (which shows your current location) and select "Save your parking." You can even add notes or photos to help you remember.
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Find Fuel-Saving Routes: Google Maps can help you drive smarter. When you're getting directions, look for a green leaf icon. This indicates a route designed to use less fuel and reduce pollution.
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![Download Maps for Offline Use: Going somewhere with spotty internet? Download maps ahead of time! Go to your profile, select "Offline maps," and choose the area you want to save. This way, you can still navigate even without a signal.](https://images.moneycontrol.com/static-mcnews/2025/07/20250707145007_5.jpg "Download Maps for Offline Use: Going somewhere with spotty internet? Download maps ahead of time! Go to your profile, select "Offline maps," and choose the area you want to save. This way, you can still navigate even without a signal.")
Download Maps for Offline Use: Going somewhere with spotty internet? Download maps ahead of time! Go to your profile, select "Offline maps," and choose the area you want to save. This way, you can still navigate even without a signal.
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![Download Maps for Offline Use: Going somewhere with spotty internet? Download maps ahead of time! Go to your profile, select "Offline maps," and choose the area you want to save. This way, you can still navigate even without a signal.](https://images.moneycontrol.com/static-mcnews/2025/07/20250707145001_4.jpg "Download Maps for Offline Use: Going somewhere with spotty internet? Download maps ahead of time! Go to your profile, select "Offline maps," and choose the area you want to save. This way, you can still navigate even without a signal.")
Download Maps for Offline Use: Going somewhere with spotty internet? Download maps ahead of time! Go to your profile, select "Offline maps," and choose the area you want to save. This way, you can still navigate even without a signal.
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Search for Places Along Your Route: Need to find a gas station, restaurant, or coffee shop while you're driving? During navigation, tap the three dots (⋮) and select "Search along route." This helps you find stops without leaving your current directions.
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