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Please enable Javascript in your browser settings. Whether you want to be able to navigate without a data connection or are serious about saving data wherever you can, the ability to download Google Maps areas is very appealing. Are you getting ready to take that road trip or get yourself into a wild hike? Make sure to follow this tutorial on using Google Maps offline to avoid getting lost off the grid.
Also: The best driving apps for Android. You will need to download the area of interest before taking advantage of Google Maps offline mode. This is what we mean when we say things must be done proactively. You need to download the map area before leaving the comfort of the internet. Downloading these offline maps can use a lot of data, so be ready to sacrifice plenty of storage space for your maps.
These can take up to 1. If you have a device with microSD card support, you can even transfer data to your SD card. The world changes pretty much daily. You'll now be shown a preview map that you can move around to center on an area you'd like to download.
You can zoom in or out as well, and when you do, you'll see a preview of the area's approximate file size. You can download map areas that are a maximum size of roughly 1. But once you've picked out an area that you want to access offline, just tap "Download" to save it.
In the future, when you need directions in an area that you've downloaded, but you don't have cellular reception, you'll have no need to worry. Just open your Google Maps app, then the entire map, including streets, businesses, and points of interest in the downloaded area will be visible — even without a connection.
As long as you stay within the bounds of your downloaded map area, you'll essentially have a fully functional Google Maps app even without the internet. This means that features like driving directions and search will continue to work, but note that map overlays like satellite view and traffic data , along with walking, transit biking, or ride share routes will not work without a data connection.
There's one more thing you should know about downloading offline areas in Google Maps. Each offline area will expire after a month if you don't update it, which means you'll no longer be able to access the downloaded area without an internet connection. Do you have map, gadget, or travel tips to share?
Post them in comments below. Check out all the other tech info and gadget reviews on the site. This can be a lifesaver and a time saver. How to store Google maps with no data — Use offline areas You can save maps or areas for use later.
For Android users: Download an area to use offline Note: You can store your offline areas on your device or an SD card.
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