Converting between regions sometimes also means switching between KM and miles on Google Maps and Apple Maps. If you’re frustrated with this too and just want your maps to show up in one unit, then read on as we explore all the ways to do that.
While Google Maps and Apple Maps both have dedicated mobile apps for Android and iOS, only the app for Google Maps is officially available for access on a web browser. So does this mean you can’t use a web browser to transfer Apple Maps between Miles and KM? And can you show the scale in both Google Maps and Apple Maps?
For this and more, check out all the ways you can convert between KM and miles on Google Maps and Apple Maps
Convert Kilometers to Miles in Apple Maps
To change KM to Miles (or vice versa) on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, all you need to do is change your device’s regional settings. Once the relevant area is located, Apple Maps will follow suit. However, since there’s no direct way to access Apple Maps on a web browser, you can use DuckDuckGo and open Apple Maps through it.
Check out the steps mentioned below for a detailed look at how to change Kilometers to miles in Apple Maps and vice versa.
On iPhone or iPad
Note: The following changes will be rolled out system-wide to all apps and services on your device.
Step 1: Open Settings and tap General.
Step 2: Here, tap on ‘Language & Region’.
Step 3: Then, tap Measurement System. This will open the measurement metrics.
Step 4: Here, tap on US or UK.
Note: If you select United States, it will display British measurement, i.e. in miles and feet. Whereas, if you select UK, it will show metric units i.e. kilometers or meters.
This will allow you to convert KM to miles and vice versa on your iPhone or iPad. You can also change your region to match the local metrics on your device.
Fun fact: Except for three countries – USA, Liberia and Myanmar, all other countries use Metric units.
On a Mac
Step 1: Click the Apple icon in the upper left corner of your screen and select System Settings.
Step 2: Click General on the sidebar.
Step 2: Then click on ‘Language & Region’.
Step 3: Next to Measurement System, select United States as your current region.
This will immediately apply the setting and change miles to kilometers in Apple Maps. Also, if you want to change from kilometers to miles in Apple Maps, change the area again to use miles.
on the Web
While there’s no straightforward way to use Apple Maps on your web browser, you can use DuckDuckGo as an intermediary to get Apple Maps features on your desktop. Using this you can also convert the map between miles and KM. This is the way.
Step 1: Open DuckDuckGo in any browser.
Step 2: Here, click on the hamburger menu icon.
Step 3: Then, click on All Settings. This will open the settings page.
Step 4: Click on the Region drop-down menu and select the country where the KM is used, such as India. If you are going for miles, then choose another relevant area.
Step 5: Then, scroll down and click ‘Save and Exit’.
While this will immediately apply the changes, you may need to refresh all of your currently open tabs for them to reflect the same.
Convert Kilometers to Miles in Google Maps
Just like Apple Maps, you can also change the unit of measure from miles to KM in Google Maps. Since it is available on both desktop and mobile, this task becomes much easier. This is the way.
On Android and iPhone apps
Step 1: Open Google Maps.
Step 2: Then, tap your profile picture icon.
Step 3: Here, tap on Settings. This will open Google Maps settings.
Step 4: Scroll down and tap Distance Units.
Step 5: Select Kilometers.
Tip: You can also tap miles if you want to convert kilometers to miles in Google Maps.
This will change the unit of measure in the Google Maps app for Android and iPhone.
on the Web
Step 1: Open Google Maps on your web browser.
Step 2: Then use the search bar to insert the place into the add and end points. Now, open the instruction panel.
Step 3: Here, tap on Options.
Step 4: Then, click on km.
Note: You can also click miles to change units. Clicking Auto will ensure that Google Maps adjusts the units of measure to your area’s preferred metric measurement system.
Step 5: Once done, click Close.
This will close the menu options and switch your map from Miles to KM on Google Maps.
Keep scale in Google Maps and Apple Maps
Because of the way the map is displayed on the screen, it is often difficult to check the physical distance of a location on the map. Scaling in Google Maps and Apple Maps helps you accurately gauge your distance to a certain location on the map so you can get an idea when zooming in or out of a particular place.
Follow the steps below if you want to keep the display scale in the Google Maps and Apple Maps apps.
For Google Maps
If you are using Google Maps on your web browser, the scale will show you by default in the bottom right corner of the screen and cannot be removed. However, for the Google Maps app for Android and iPhone, that may not be the case. So, to ensure scaling in the Google Maps mobile app, follow the steps below.
Step 1: Open the Google Maps mobile app and tap your profile icon.
Step 2: Here, tap on Settings.
Step 3: Scroll down and tap on ‘Show scale on map’.
Step 4: Click Always.
This will ensure the scale is always visible in the Google Maps mobile app.
For Apple Maps
While you can automatically scale when zooming in and out on the Apple Maps desktop app, iOS, and iPadOS, you may need to enable the feature when using Apple Maps on macOS. Follow the steps below to do that.
Step 1: Open Apple Maps.
Step 2: Then, click View from the menu options.
Step 3: Here, click Show Scale.
This will display the scale in Apple Maps on Mac.
Frequently Asked Questions about Using Google Maps and Apple Maps
1. Can you clear your Google Maps search history?
Yes, you can clear your Google Maps search and activity history. Open the map settings on the mobile app and tap Map history. Here you can tap the x in front of your activity details to delete it. For a more detailed explanation, see our article on how to clear Google Maps search history and activity.
2. Can you measure distances in Google Maps?
To measure distances in Google Maps, simply go to your starting location in the map view and right-click it. Then click Measure Distance. Now click on any other point on the map to measure the distance from that point accordingly.
3. Can you add your home address to Apple Maps?
Yes, you can add your own home address to Apple Maps. Open the Apple Maps mobile app and go to the Favorites section. Here, tap the Home icon. Then tap ‘Open my contact card’ > add address. Add your home address and tap Done to save the information and close the window.
Your Map, Your Road
So, these are all ways to help convert between KM and miles on Google Maps and Apple Maps. We hope that this article has helped you make maps easier to understand and more accessible.
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