You will also need to enable location services for Google Maps for the app to work.
Open theWatchapp on your iPhone.
Scroll down toAVAILABLE APPS.
Locate Google Maps, and tapINSTALL.
TapGoogle Mapsin the INSTALLED ON APPLE WATCH section of the Watch app.
Tap theShow App on Apple Watchtoggle if it isnt already on.
OpenSettings, and tapPrivacy.
Google Maps will now work on your Apple Watch.
In that case, it’s possible for you to skip this step.
Heres how to set up addresses in Google Maps for your Apple Watch:
OpenGoogle Mapson your iPhone.
Repeat this process to add your work address.
Tap+to add additional address shortcuts.
Heres how to set a travel mode in Google Maps on Apple Watch:
OpenGoogle Mapson your watch.
Swipe to and tapSet travel mode.
TapWalking,Driving, orPublic transport.
Google Maps will now use your preferred travel mode on your Apple Watch.
Heres how to start navigation in Google Maps on your Apple Watch with a shortcut:
OpenGoogle Maps.
Tap a shortcut, i.e.Home.
Navigation will start using your preferred travel mode.
Heres how to set up a custom destination in Google Maps on Apple Watch:
Enter anaddress.
OpenGoogle Mapson your Apple Watch.
TapETAin the Current trip section.
Your Apple Watch will display turn by turn directions to your custom destination.
Can You Use Google Maps on Apple Watch Without an iPhone?
Most importantly, youll need anApple Watch with a working cellular connection.
The other limitation is that you cant enter custom destinations directly into Google Maps on your watch.
