Learn how to use the app to find nearby places, such as restaurants and other establishments. It's very easy.
Google Maps is one of the most widely used GPS apps worldwide, both for its simple and intuitive template and for the availability of different filters that make the user experience easier. The app is available for Android and iOS phones for free.
Through it, users can get information about routes, traffic, establishments and much more. Thus, in the app, it is possible to filter restaurants and other places near you, to find an ideal place to go, in a very simple and easy way.
Learn now how to use Maps to find restaurants and establishments near you!
How to find restaurants and establishments
This tutorial teaches you how to find locations using the mobile app. However, if you prefer, you can also use the online version in a browser with the same tips.
1 – Start a search
For those who don't know what they want to eat at the moment, it is possible to use a general search in the application. Google Maps. The software provides several options for the user to explore. There are two ways to explore: dragging the screen down to check the list or using the upper filters to select the type of food, such as pizza, hamburger, açaí, Japanese and others, as well as the distance and others.
2 – Search for a specific category
If you already have in mind the type of place you want to go to, open the app, click on the search bar and type the name of the category (pizzeria, cafe, burger joint).
3 – Check the list of available options
By entering the type of establishment in the search bar, the user will have access to a complete list of options of places near their location. Thus, they will have access to the names of the establishments, the distance to them, routes to get to the location, contact numbers and much more.
4 – Access photos and reviews
The better the place, the more information it will provide. This means you can check out photos of the dishes, menus and reviews about the service provided at the place and the quality of the food they offer.
5 – Use filters
At the top of the screen, you'll see different filter options. These are designed to help you find personalized restaurant options, such as those that are currently open, those with the highest ratings, and the total distance.
Google Maps on mobile
Although quite useful, the Google Maps can be a villain for your cell phone, since it has access to GPS in real time, increasing the battery consumption of the device. As it consumes more battery, it is consequently necessary to charge the cell phone more often, which can damage the component, reducing its useful life.
To prevent this from happening, you can use the app while consuming less energy. You can disable GPS exclusively for the app, reducing battery consumption and allowing other apps to still have access to your location.
If your cell phone is Android, you must:
- Access your cell phone settings;
- Click on “Location” and “App permission”;
- Choose Google Maps and select “Allow only while using the app”.
If it is iPhone, you should:
- Go to the device settings;
- Access the “Privacy and security” tab;
- Go to “Location Services”;
Select the “Google Maps” option and select “When using the app”.
