Google Maps velocity restrict perform exhibits customers the velocity restrict of the highway they’re on and warns them if they’re exceeding it. Google Maps additionally exhibits customers the velocity they’re driving at however advises customers to verify their velocity on the automotive’s speedometer. The speedometer within the app is for informational use solely and customers shouldn’t solely rely on it. The velocity restrict is proven on the underside left nook of the map whereas navigating, simply above the bar that exhibits the estimated time of arrival (ETA) together with different information.
Google Maps first made the on-screen speedometer out there to customers in 2019. Back then, it was out there for choose customers in Asia, Europe, South America, UK, and US. Gradually, the on-screen speedometer has been made out there to extra customers throughout the globe. Alongside, Google additionally exhibits the velocity restrict of the realm the consumer is in. However, the velocity restrict perform is presently not out there in all areas. If the velocity restrict characteristic is offered in your area, here is how one can allow it. Google advises its customers to not rely on the on-screen speedometer.
How to activate velocity limits in Google Maps
The velocity restrict for Google Maps is proven within the backside left nook of the map, above the bar that shows the length of the journey, ETA, remaining kilometres, and the choices that shut the navigation and present the entire route. Here’s how one can flip it on for an Android smartphone:
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On the highest proper nook, click on on Profile image or your initials.
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Scroll down to Navigation Settings.
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Head to the Speed Limits setting to toggle it on or off.
Users can even be notified by Google Maps if they’re exceeding the velocity restrict on the highway they’re driving on.
