Import GPX and KML files into the Android app – Gaia GPS

This article will show you how to upload GPX and KML files to Gaia GPS in the Android app.

Note: Click here for instructions on importing to Gaia GPS for iOS.

Import via the Android App
Import from Email
Import from Dropbox
Import from Google Drive

Import via the Android App

1. After adding the GPX file to your device's storage, tap the Saved icon on the bottom of the screen in the app

2. Tap the 3 dots in the upper right-hand corner

3. Tap Import File

4. Locate the file you would like to import on your device and tap it

When the screen reads "Successfully Imported File" your file will be available in your saved folders.

Import From Email

1. Email a GPX or KML file to yourself as an attachment.
2. Open the email on your device and tap the attachment to download the file:

3. Navigate to the Android My Files app. Locate the file and tap it. If prompted to choose an app to open the file, choose Gaia GPS.

4. After the import finishes, you can find the imported files within the Folders section of the Saved menu:

Import From Dropbox

1. Add the GPX or KML file to your Dropbox account.

2. Install the Dropbox app on your device

3. Find and select the file from the Dropbox app

4. Select to "open with" Gaia GPS

5. When completed a "Successfully Imported Track(s)" message will appear

6. The file will be available in your saved folders

Import From Google Drive

1. Add the GPX or KML file to your Google Drive.