If you’re stuck while traveling in a car without knowing the correct route to your destination, then Google Maps is at your service. You can access Google Maps on Apple CarPlay, which provides effortless, hands-free navigation. Jump in to learn the steps to use Google Maps in CarPlay to enjoy a seamless journey.
Procedure to Access Google Maps on CarPlay
Google Maps isn’t natively available on your Apple devices. So, you need to install Google Maps from the App Store to start using it on Apple CarPlay.
1. Ensure that your iPhone is upgraded to the latest version for hassle-free integration.
2. After updating the app, you can tap on Settings on your iPhone and hit the General option.
3. Then, select CarPlay on your smartphone and tap on the name of your car to connect both your iPhone and the car.
4. Next, hit the Customize option and scroll to select Google Maps from the available lists of apps. If needed, you can drag and place the Google Maps icon at the top of the list.
5. After completing tweaky changes on the car’s dashboard, the CarPlay interface automatically appears on the car.
6. Now, select Google Maps and set your destination to start navigating the directions from your infotainment unit.
Exploring Google Maps on Apple CarPlay
After integrating Google Maps into CarPlay, you can start exploring the app on your car and experience its features hands-free. Here is everything that is included to show you the ways in which you can access Google Maps on Apple CarPlay.
1. Navigate using CarPlay
You can simply add your destination point on Google Maps at the start of your journey. So that it routes you in crystal-clear directions.
- Open the Google Maps app.
- Hit on the Add Destination option at the top.
- Input the place and hit Go to browse the route for your destination.
2. Discover and select for stops
While choosing your destination, Google Maps automatically looks for the stops that are nearer your drop point. In that case, you can also add a stop prior to the start of the journey. So Google Maps navigates you accordingly.
- Tap anywhere on the screen during the navigation to display the top menu bar.
- Once it pops up, tap Add Stop and choose the destination shown on the CarPlay screen.
- If possible, you can also search for a specific place to proceed.
- Next, hit Add Stop to pick the right one.
3. Use Siri or voice search
Apart from the manual selection of your drop point, you can also use Siri to voice command your destination on Google Maps in CarPlay hands-free. To proceed with the steps, press and hold the steering wheel on your car to start the voice command. Then, say, “Hey Siri, navigate to XXX location using Google Maps.” This automatically routes your destination in the CarPlay.
Reminder! If Siri routes the destination via Apple Maps, remind Siri by saying, “Give me this destination using Google Maps.”
4. Remove a stop
If you wish to remove a stop on Google Maps, hit on the Exit option at the top right corner. Then, click Remove Stop to delete the one from the list.
5. Map Screen
When you start using Google Maps, it automatically detects your current location and displays it on the screen. After adding the destination point, the directions will be displayed on the CarPlay interface. You can even zoom in or out of the route to get it clarified.
6. Offline Maps
Offline Maps is a true defender that can be of great help while traveling to low signal-receiving areas. You can access the saved offline maps to proceed with your journey peacefully, even in slow network areas.
7. Satellite View
One special feature in Google Maps is the Satellite View option. This view lets you correctly witness the road that you are driving. So that, you will get a clear guidance about the locality in detail.
FAQ
You can fix this by quickly unlocking your iPhone and opening Google Maps on your smartphone. Then, force-close the Google Maps app to shut the app on CarPlay. Next, launch it again and check if the problem is resolved.
Yes. Simply updating Google Maps on your iPhone gradually allows you to work on the updated version of the app on the CarPlay without hassle.
Select Settings in Google Maps on CarPlay and tap on the North Up option. This alters the orientation of the map from behind-the-car position to the north-facing direction.