How to Drop a Pin in Apple Maps
LaunchMapsfrom the iPhone Home screen.
The screen opens to your current location with a blue pin highlighting where you currently are.
Tap and hold the location where you want to drop a pin.
SelectEdit Locationto reveal a satellite image of the selected location.
This makes it easier to locate.
In theMapsapp, snag the pin.
Swipe up on theMarked Locationpane.
The name of the location will default to the nearest address or landmark.
In iOS 11 and 12 you would be prompted to name the location upon adding it to Favorites.
With iOS 13, you must change the name from the Favorite Locations menu.
Next to theFavorites, selectSee All.
Select a location to display it on the map.
Select theInfoicon to edit the location, including its name.
How to Share Pins
It’s possible to share your location and dropped pins with friends.
The Share option is in the same screen as the Favorite option.
Tap a pin or select a Favorite Location.
SelectMessageto sendan iMessage orSMS text messagethat has the location and direction details attached.
FAQ
To change your Apple Maps navigation voice, you’ll need tochange Siri’s voice.
Go toSettings>Siri & Search>Siri Voice.
Choose from various American, Australian, British, Indian, Irish, and South African voices.
Launch Apple Maps, drop your destination, and tapGoto begin your route.
To add a stop, tap theup arrowand selectAdd a Stop.
you’re able to’t add a specific address or location, however.
you could only select from various categories like Dinner, Gas Stations, Coffee, Parking, and Convenience.
TapTollsto avoid toll roads.
Set this preference permanently by going toSettings>Maps>Directions>Driving>Avoidand tappingTolls.
