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This wikiHow teaches you how to figure out which way is north using Google Maps on your Android.

How to Find North on Your Phone (Google Maps)

Tap the location button in the bottom-right corner of your map, which looks like a solid black circle in crosshairs. Then, tap the red-and-white compass button until the red “N” appears. At this point, the red needle will point to the north, so follow that direction to find north.

  1. Look for the tiny map icon labeled “Maps” on the home screen or in the app drawer.
  2. It's near the bottom-right corner of the map and looks like a solid black circle inside a larger circle with crosshairs.
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  3. It's the red and white double-arrow icon near the top-right corner of the screen.
  4. When the red “N” appears on the compass, the red needle will be pointing to the north.
    • The “N” will disappear quickly. You can tap the compass button again to bring it back up.
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      1. Open Maps .
      2. Tap the location button.
      3. Tap the compass button.
      4. Find the “N” on the compass.

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