The Google app allows you to measure distances in a straight line between two points. Here are the steps to follow to implement it.
Google Maps is able to easily calculate a route between two points, but also has a hidden function to measure a distance in a straight line.
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To use it:
- Launch Google Maps on iOS or Android. Tap on the starting point in the map and keep your finger pressed on the screen. Then tap on the white area at the bottom of the screen which has the Route button.
- At the bottom of the screen appears the function Measure a distance. Tap on it to start the measurement.
- Then drag the map to the end point. The distance as the crow flies is then displayed at the bottom of the screen. To exit the measurement function tap on the cross at the top of the screen.
- You can even accumulate distances. To do this, tap Add when you are at the end point and then select the next point.
The cumulative distance is displayed at the bottom of the screen.