--- title: How to Trick Siri into Using Google Maps description: How to Trick Siri into Using Google Maps image: https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Imported_Blog_Media/Google-Maps-On-iphone-1.jpg --- [Skip to the main content.](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/blog/tech-tips/how-to-trick-siri-into-using-google-maps#main-content) [![OTT powerd by VN big](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/hs-fs/hubfs/OTT%20powerd%20by%20VN%20big.png?width=500&height=175&name=OTT%20powerd%20by%20VN%20big.png "OTT powerd by VN big")](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com) [![OTT powerd by VN big](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/hs-fs/hubfs/OTT%20powerd%20by%20VN%20big.png?width=500&height=175&name=OTT%20powerd%20by%20VN%20big.png "OTT powerd by VN big")](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com) - [Services](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/our-services/) - [Managed It Services](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/our-services/managed-it/) - [Cybersecurity](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/our-services/cybersecurity/) - [Cloud Solutions](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/our-services/cloud-solutions/) - [Compliance](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/our-services/compliance/) - [Industries](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/industries/) - [Resources](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/resources/) - [Blog](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/blog) - [About](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/about/) - [Client Testimonials](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/testimonials/) [415-294-5250](tel:4152945250) [Client Portal](https://portal.Valeonetworks.com) Toggle Menu Toggle Menu [415-294-5250](tel:4152945250) [Client Portal](https://portal.Valeonetworks.com) - [Services *Toggle Menu*](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/our-services/) - [Managed It Services](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/our-services/managed-it/) - [Cybersecurity](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/our-services/cybersecurity/) - [Cloud Solutions](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/our-services/cloud-solutions/) - [Compliance](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/our-services/compliance/) - [Industries](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/industries/) - [Resources *Toggle Menu*](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/resources/) - [Blog](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/blog) - [About *Toggle Menu*](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/about/) - [Client Testimonials](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/testimonials/) - Example Link - Example Link - Example Link [*Facebook*](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/blog/tech-tips/how-to-trick-siri-into-using-google-maps#0) [*Instagram*](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/blog/tech-tips/how-to-trick-siri-into-using-google-maps#0) [*LinkedIn*](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/blog/tech-tips/how-to-trick-siri-into-using-google-maps#0) [*Twitter*](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/blog/tech-tips/how-to-trick-siri-into-using-google-maps#0) [*Youtube*](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/blog/tech-tips/how-to-trick-siri-into-using-google-maps#0) [*Medium*](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/blog/tech-tips/how-to-trick-siri-into-using-google-maps#0) 1 min read # How to Trick Siri into Using Google Maps [Lance Stone](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/blog/author/ulisticadmin) : Feb 18, 2015, 10:57:54 AM [Managed IT Services](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/blog/tag/managed-it-services) ## Stuck Using Apple Maps For Directions On Your iPhone?  Here’s How To Dump Apple Maps And Go With Google Maps. ![Google Maps On iphone](https://ontimetech.valeonetworks.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Imported_Blog_Media/Google-Maps-On-iphone-1.jpg?width=507&height=338&name=Google-Maps-On-iphone-1.jpg) It’s relatively well-known that Apple Maps leaves quite a bit to be desired. And when you’re getting Siri to assist with directions, unfortunately, it’s her go-to app. Few people know, though, that it doesn’t have to be your only option – in fact, there’s an easy way to get Siri to use the far superior Google Maps to direct you. When you’re asking for directions do it like you usually would but tack on **“via transit”**. So, if you’re looking for a McDonald’s you’d say, “Take me to the closest McDonald’s via transit.” This will make Siri pull up a list of all the “routing apps” on your phone, which includes Google Maps. From there, just tap on “Route” and as if magic, you’re ready to go. It may not be a perfect solution but it’s a lot more efficient than using Apple Maps. It’s not a fully voice-powered means of access, because there’s still the intermediate step of selecting from the Routing Apps list and having to tap Route – but it’s a good alternative. 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