Learning Android Google Maps

Chapter 3. Working with Different Map Types

In our previous chapters, we learned how to set up a development environment to kick-start an app development process, registered our application in the Google Developer Console and obtained an API key, explored the permissions required, and lastly, we also learned about the GoogleMap object. In this chapter, we are going to learn about working with different types of maps.

We will cover the following topics:

• The need for different types of maps
• The different types of maps and the differences
• Implementing different types of maps
• Working with indoor maps
• Using the Lite mode

The need for different types of maps

Each map has its own advantages and disadvantages. For example, a normal map is good for navigation, ...