7 maneuvers in Maps
Find your way around the world and unearth nearby points of interest with this informative tool
Explore views 1
Each view has its own advantages: Map makes roads more visible; Transit shows public transport routes; and Satellite shows overhead photos and a pseudo-3D view in some cities. In the Map and Satellite views, View > Show Traffic shows congestion.
Find nearby points 2 of interest
Click in the search field to see your recent searches for places and directions. If your Mac has a Touch Bar, it will show shortcuts to food and drink, local stores, and entertainment. Or just type a general description of what you want to find, such as “Chinese food.” 4
Share searches 3
Using the Share sheet, you can send your current selection to apps and other services, or to iOS. Choose Send to iPhone and you’ll receive a notification on that device; tap it and Maps will open with the same search. 2 Export directions 4 3
Choose File > Export as PDF and your current search will be exported as a printable document. This is handy for sharing with someone who lacks a computer or mobile device, or to get written directions. 1