How to Search Nearby on Google Maps on iPhone or iPad

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This wikiHow teaches you how to find places to eat, get gas, shop, or see landmarks using Google Maps on your iPhone or iPad.

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    It’s the map icon with a red pushpin labeled “Google Maps.” You’ll usually find it on the home screen.
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    It’s at the bottom-left corner of the map. It looks like two overlapping pushpins. A menu will appear at the bottom of the screen.
    • This feature may not be available in some areas. [1]
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    Red pushpins on the map to show locations that match that category.
    • You may have to swipe up on the menu at the bottom of the screen to find the category icons ( Restaurants , Pharmacies , Gas Stations , etc).
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    Different types of locations report different information.
    • For example, tapping a gas station might display the hours and current price scheme, while restaurants display ratings and menus.
    • To get directions to a place, tap DIRECTIONS at the bottom-right corner of the screen.
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      1. ↑ https://support.google.com/maps/answer/4610185?co=GENIE.Platform%3DiOS&hl=en

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      1. Open Google Maps .
      2. Tap Explore .
      3. Select a category.
      4. Tap a location to learn more.

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