Simple Steps to Orient Google Maps North

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Learn how to keep your maps on Google Maps pointing north
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This wikiHow teaches you how to make Google Maps always open oriented like a compass: with the top of your screen pointing north.

Things You Should Know

  • Open Google Maps.
  • Go to "Settings > Navigation Settings."
  • Select "Keep Map North Up."

Steps

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    It's in the upper-left corner of the screen.
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    It's about halfway down the page.
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    It will turn blue. Now, when you open the Google Maps app, the map will be in the north-facing position.
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