40+ hidden Google Maps settings that every user should be taking advantage of

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ZDNET's key takeaways

  • Google Maps has dozens of settings that unlock hidden features.
  • They improve navigation, battery life, accessibility, privacy, and more.
  • Here are the top tips and tricks I believe make Maps far more useful.

I open Google Maps almost every day to get from point A to point B, find a restaurant, or check traffic before even leaving the house.

But that approach barely scratches the surface of what the service can do. After writing about Google Maps for nearly 15 years, I've learned firsthand that it's packed with hidden settings, menus, and toggles. Many help you fine-tune the app to your liking, while others unlock new features you probably didn't know existed.

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Below is my master list of...

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