After testing the dark theme for Maps, Google has finally started a wide rollout of the feature on Android smartphones.
Google started testing the new dark mode for Maps in September last year and is now available on Android.
The new dark mode for Google enhances the dark theme experience for Google Map
The company has also confirmed that the dark mode rollout for Google Maps is a part of new updates coming to Android.
Wondering how to enable the new dark theme, follow our step-by-step guide:
1.
Download and install the latest version of Google Maps from Google Play Store
Download and install the latest version of Google Maps from Google Play Store
2.
Open the app and head to Settings by tapping the the profile icon at the right side of the search bar
Open the app and head to Settings by tapping the the profile icon at the right side of the search bar
3.
Tap on Theme
Tap on Theme
4.
Choose the option ‘Always in Dark Theme’ to turn on the new dark mode.
Choose the option ‘Always in Dark Theme’ to turn on the new dark mode.
5.
To turn it off head back to Theme and select the option Always in Light Theme.