Intro to Topo Maps+ for Apple Watch

Topo Maps+ for Apple Watch puts your map, track recording, and navigation tools on your wrist, so you can check your progress on the trail without pulling out your phone.

The main map screen

1. Record button (top left): tap the hiker to start recording a track. While you're recording, this shows the distance you've traveled instead. Tap it to open the recording controls and metrics.

   

   Swipe left to see your recording metrics, such as distance, elevation, and an elevation profile.

   

2. Your location: tap it to see your coordinates, GPS accuracy, and elevation.

   

3. Digital Crown: rotate it to zoom in and out. You can also double-tap the map to zoom in.

4. Location button (bottom left):

   • Tap once to center the map on your location.
   • Tap again to rotate the map to the direction you're facing. This needs a watch with a compass.

5. Menu button (bottom right): tap it to see all of the app's options. When you're working in a team, this button shows the team's picture or initials.

   

Tap the i button at the bottom of the map to see the map's attribution.

How to switch between My Data and a team

The watch shows one account or team at a time. To switch:

1. Tap the menu button in the bottom-right corner.

2. Tap your account picture in the top-right corner of the menu.

   

3. Under Select a Team or Account, tap My Account or a team.

   

The watch's choice is separate from your iPhone's. When you're in a team, the menu shows Team Data instead of My Data, and new waypoints go to that team. You create teams on your iPhone. See Working in a Team.

For more on moving around the map, see Screen Gestures on Apple Watch.

Why use the Watch app?

The Watch app really shines with on-trail tools. Just like the iPhone and iPad app, you can download maps for offline use, record tracks, see your progress on trail, and drop waypoints — but on the trail it's even easier. Raise your wrist to see your progress and stats, or let Guide Me point you to a waypoint.

With Apple Health integration, you can also save your tracks as Apple Health workouts.