These instructions apply to both the desktop and mobile versions of Google Maps.
Drag that point to a new location to change the route.
When you do this, other suggested alternate routes disappear from the map, and the driving directions change.
Monitor these changes as you make an alternative route and adjust your plan accordingly.
The path it gives is a legitimate way to get to the destination.
After you complete your alternate route, it locks in.
You may also see alternate routes as a light blue color.
Edit the newly highlighted route by hovering over the path and dragging the path to a new location.
This is a powerful tool for adjusting a Google Maps route, but it’s easy to overdo it.
Enter a destination and starting point.
Repeat the process to add additional destinations.
If you’re using the mobile app,turn on live trafficfromLayers>Traffic.
you’re free to also change the route options to display transit or biking options.
However, you could’t click and drag on a route to edit it on a mobile machine.
Arranging the route order works by dragging stops up and down on the list.
You cansend a customized Google Maps route to your smartphone.
Downloaded maps will be saved in the app’s Offline Maps section.
you’re able to also print directions from your iPhone usingAirPrint.
