Get acquainted with Gaia GPS's main map
screen and start exploring its many features
Tap the Layers Icon. Here you will be able to add and change map sources visible on the main map
Check out the Add and View different Maps video to learn how.
Tap the create icon to record tracks add
waypoints create routes and more
Tap the expand icon to enter full screen mode
or you can long press this icon to open the map display options
here you can hide or view top and bottom controls the stats bar and the compass
Tap the magnifying
glass to search for points of interest, trails and parks
select a result and its
location will be centered on the main map screen
To zoom use two fingers and
pull them apart to zoom in
or pinch them together to zoom out
You can also double
tap the screen with one finger
or single tap the screen with two fingers
At any point, tap the location icon to center the map
on your current location.
You can also use the locate icon to
switch between navigation modes. Check
out the Help Center article about
locating and following yourself on the
map
Tap Trip to view all of your stats while
recording a track
Use the Discover button to explore hikes near you
Tap the saved folder to view all of your saved data
