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How to Change KM to Miles on Google Maps iPhone

Author: Ritikaa | Guide: iPhone |
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Just like you change home address in Google Maps, you can also change KM to miles on the Google Maps app in your iPhone. It this way, you can easy see the distance in different measuring units on the map. Let's learn how to do this with the help of the following technique.

Change km to Miles on Google Maps iPhone

Step-1 Move to the Google Maps App: First of all, you have to begin by opening the Google Maps app in your iPhone.

  • If you do not have app, you can simply download it from App Store for free.
  • Or, you can also visit the Google Maps' website on Safari web browser.
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Step-2 Tap on Your 'Profile' Icon: Then, when you open the app:

  • You have to make sure that you log in to the app with your account.
  • And, then you have to click on your profile picture which is on the top-right corner.
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Step-3 Go To 'Settings': A list of options related to your Google Maps account will open on your device's screen.

  • One of the options in this list is the 'Settings' option.
  • Just click on this 'Settings' option to continue.
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Step-4 Tap on 'Distance Units': In this step:

  • Go to the 'USING MAPS' section in your settings.
  • Then, click on the 'Distance Units' option from here.
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Step-5 Tap on 'Miles': In this window, you will see the following three options:

  • Automatic
  • Kilometres
  • Miles

You just have to click on the 'Miles' option.

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After clicking on the 'Miles' option in the final step of this technique, the distance on your Google app will immediately be shown in the Miles format.

FAQ

Can I Change Back From Miles to KM in Google Maps?

Just like you have change from KM to miles in Google Maps with the help of the above technique, you can also reverse it back.

This means you can change from miles to KM with the exact same process except for the last step. In the last step, you have to tap on 'Kilometres'.

Can I Also Change From Kilometres to Metres in Google Maps?

Yes, you can also change the units on Google maps from kilometres to metres but this feature is only applicable in the desktop version of the app.

This means that you can do it in Windows, Mac or any other desktop device but not on your mobile device.

Why is My Phone Automatically Showing km Instead of Miles in Maps?

As you already know that the Google Maps app works according the GPS of your device.

Therefore, the Google Maps app in your phone will display miles or kilometers based on the phone's language, time as well as location settings.

How Can I Turn on MPH on Google Maps?

You can easily change from walking to driving in Google Maps. In the driving mode on Google Maps, you can enable MPH in the following steps:

  • Open Google Maps.
  • Go to its 'Settings'.
  • Then, click on 'Driving mode'.
  • Turn on 'Speedometer'.

How To Change KM to Miles in iPhone Maps?

Read the following steps to learn to change from KM to miles in iPhone maps:

  • Open the Settings app of your iPhone device.
  • Swipe down and tap on 'Maps'.
  • Then, go to the 'Distances' section.
  • Click on 'Miles'.

 

'Miles' is usually used for very large distances like distance between two countries or even continents. But, you can also see the KM distance in miles in Google maps with these steps.

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