4 maps, 1 enabling the location service, 2 opening maps – Huawei M886 Radio Shack User Manual

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9.4 Maps

Maps lets you find your current location, view real-time traffic conditions (depending
on availability in your locale), and get detailed directions to various destinations. You
can view satellite images, traffic maps, or other kinds of maps of your current or other
locations.

9.4.1 Enabling the Location Service

Before you open Maps to find your location or search for places of interest, you must
enable the location service.

1. On the Home screen, touch

> Settings.

2. Touch Location & security.
3. In the My Location section, select the Use wireless networks check box, the Use

GPS satellites check box, or both.

9.4.2 Opening Maps

On the Home screen, touch

> Maps to open the application.

9.4.3 Searching for Places of Interest

1. On the map, touch

, and then touch Search.

2. Enter the place you want to search for in the search box, and then touch the Search

icon.

3. Your search results will then be displayed. Touch a place you are interested in and

the application will show where it is on the map.

9.4.4 Getting Directions

1. While viewing a map, touch

, and then touch Directions.

2. Enter the starting point in the first text box, and then enter your destination in the

second text box.

3. Touch the icon for car, public transit, or walking directions.
4. Touch Get directions. Your directions will appear in a list.
5. Touch a direction item on the list to show it on the map.

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