If you know that mobile data is going to be sketchy on your upcoming trip, downloading maps for offline use is essential for navigation.

You can download from Google Maps to avoid potential issues when you’re on the road and lose an internet connection.

Watch this video to see how to download and use Google Maps with no internet. How to download offline maps Google Maps and Apple Maps let you download maps to use offline.

While Google Maps holds the top spot on our favorite travel apps, you'll want to take a few minutes to download offline maps for any areas where you live, work, or travel.

How to automatically update and download maps Tap your profile icon in the top right of Google Maps. Tap Offline maps. Tap the Settings button in the top right of your screen.

How to download offline maps before your trip Google lets you preemptively download maps for any area from around the world, so no need to stick to places that are nearby.

Open your Google Maps app Search for your desired location Tap on the name or address of the location At the top-right, tap the three dots In the drop-down menu choose Download offline map Make ...

How to download Google Maps directions offline for Android? To download your directions for your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Maps app on your device.

Recommended Videos Here’s how you save maps for offline viewing in version 7 of Google Maps: Open Maps: Open the Maps app, and go to the area you’d like to save for offline use.

Google Maps Screenshot: Google Maps Open up Google Maps on your phone, and search for the area you want to save.