Google Maps on Android got a pretty big feature update that let users add detours without leaving Navigation mode.
Now, several months later, the Google Maps team has finally brought the same feature over to iOS users. Up until recently, finding somewhere new to stop while on a drive, like a gas station or shop, meant the user had to leave Navigation mode, find the place manually, and then lose traffic data and basically reroute their whole trip.
That’s changing with this particular feature, which lets Google Maps users simply tap on an option that will allow them to set up a detour to a variety of different locations around them, and keep their original path in tact, including traffic information.
Here’s how it works on iOS:
“When you’re in navigation mode, simply tap the magnifying glass at the top right corner of the screen to see a menu of helpful options for places you might need to stop at, like gas stations, grocery stores, or restaurants. If the drop-down options aren’t what you need, you can tap the search icon or use voice commands to search by specific name or category to find what you’re looking for. Search results include ratings and the estimated amount of time the detour will add to your trip, so you can choose the one that’s best for you.”
For anyone that’s been on a lengthy road trip, where pit stops are likely to happen quite a bit, this new feature is likely a welcomed one for Google Maps users.
The update arrives today. A link below is available to download Google Maps.

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