Getting started on iOS

Download maps, record tracks, plan routes, save waypoints and organize your data in the Goat Maps app.

1. Downloading Maps Download basemaps and overlays for offline use, check download progress, and delete maps you no longer need.
2. Map Legends What the symbols and colors on the Topo, Hybrid and MVUM maps mean.
3. How to configure the map Choose a basemap, turn overlays on and off, and adjust map settings in the iOS app.
4. How to record a track Start, pause, finish and delete a track recording from the Tracker tab.
5. How to plan a route Plan a route with the route planner: snap to trail, freehand drawing, editing points and saving.
6. How to save a waypoint Save a waypoint at your location or anywhere on the map, and give it a name, icon and color.
7. Import GPX files Bring tracks, routes and waypoints into Goat Maps from GPX files and zip archives.
8. How to export files Export tracks, routes and waypoints as GPX files to share or back them up.
9. How to manage data Organize, search, edit and delete your saved tracks, routes and waypoints.
10. Creating and Using Projects Create projects to group your data and share it with other people.
11. Why does the map downloader show a smaller amount of free space the iOS settings app shows? Why the map downloader reports less free space than the iOS Settings app.