Using the "View Map" Feature of the Garmin Nuvi
- Map Screen
- Arrival Time
- Next Turn
- Turn List
- Trip Computer
- Where Am I?
If you’ve read Chapter 3, you know that the main screen (also known as the Where To?/View Map screen; Figure 4.1) is an integral part of the nüvi user experience. It’s the hub for your navigation experience and the default screen you see when the nüvi is turned on.
![Figure 4.1](/content/images/chap4_9780321591944/elementLinks/th0401.jpg)
Figure 4.1 The main screen of the nüvi.
In Chapter 3, I cover navigation and the Where To? icon. This chapter focuses on the other major icon in the main screen: View Map.
Map Screen
The map screen (Figure 4.2) provides a wealth of information. To view it, tap the View Map icon in the main screen—or tap the Go! button after you find a destination or choose a route.
![Figure 4.2](/content/images/chap4_9780321591944/elementLinks/th0402.jpg)
Figure 4.2 The map screen.
Three different map views are available on the nüvi. To change the current view, tap Tools > Settings > Map and then choose one of the following options:
- 3D. This view is the default map view for a reason: Simply put, it’s the best. I encourage you to play with the two other views, but I can almost guarantee that you’ll switch back to 3D view.
- Track Up. This option gives you a 2D overhead view, like the view provided by most online mapping services, with your direction of travel displayed at the top.
- North Up. This option also provides a 2D overhead view, but north is always at the top.