How to Get the Most Out of Lists on Google Maps on Your iPhone
Google Maps on iPhone offers a useful feature called Lists that allows you to save and organize places.
With Lists, you can plan trips more efficiently, share recommendations with friends, and discover new spots.
View All Your Google Maps Lists

- Open the Google Maps app on your iPhone
- Tap the Saved tab at the bottom of the screen
- Scroll down to see preset lists like Starred Places and any lists you have already made
- Tap a list to view saved locations
Make a New Custom List
- Tap the + icon labeled New List
- Give the list a name and description like Vacation Ideas
- Choose if you want the list to be private, shared, or public
- Tap Save
You can also make a map with pins of your own and customise it as you like.
Save Places to a List
- Search for a location you want to save
- Tap the Save icon on its info page
- Select which list you want it added to
- Alternatively, open an existing list and tap Add
Edit a List Name, Description, or Places
- Tap the 3-dot menu next to a list
- Choose Edit List
- Change the name or description
- Tap X to remove saved places
- Tap Save when finished
Completely Delete a List
- Tap the 3 dots beside the list name
- Choose Delete List
- Confirm by tapping Delete
Share and Collaborate on a List

- Tap the 3 dots beside the list
- Enable Let others edit this list
- Tap Share list
- Pick an app and share the link
- Friends can add places when editing
Save a Shared List
- Tap the link or preview
- Choose View only or edit access
- Tap the 3 dots at the top
- Select Follow list
Hide or Remove Lists
- Go to Saved tab
- Tap the 3 dots icon next to a list
- Choose Hide or Delete
Conclusion
Get the most out of Google Maps by taking advantage of customizable Lists for easily organizing and sharing favorite spots.
Whether planning a group trip or simply saving places to revisit, this guide will help you manage Lists like a pro.

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