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Getting Started in the App

Main functions and frequently asked questions

Getting Started in the App

  • How to use Gaia GPS
  • Maps 101: Basemap vs. overlay
  • Locate and Orient Yourself on the Map
  • Download Maps for Offline Use
  • Backup, Sync, and Transfer Your Data
  • Using the Main Map on iOS
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FAQ

  • Privacy and Data controls
  • What maps are included in Gaia GPS?
  • Does Gaia GPS work offline?
  • National Geographic Trails Illustrated Maps in Gaia GPS
  • Copy Coordinates from the Map in the Mobile App
  • Where's The Manual?
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Other Topics

  • Convert Tracks to Routes using GPSBabel
  • How Do Maps Work in Gaia GPS?
  • How to Simplify or Filter a Large GPS File
  • Using External GPS Devices with Gaia GPS (Dual XGPS, Bad Elf, etc.)
  • FAQ: New iOS App vs. Classic iOS App
  • How to Switch from Skipper to Gaia GPS
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Map Legends

  • Map Legends
  • Public Land Overlay Legend
  • View Map Info and Legends in the App
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