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In this article, we are going to show you how to find the altitude of a location in Google Maps on an Android device. Elevation values ​​are not displayed for all points, but you can use the terrain map to find elevations in hilly or mountainous regions.

Steps

1. 1 Launch the Google Maps app. Tap the map-shaped icon on the home screen or in the app drawer.
2. 2 Tap the icon ≡. You will find it in the upper left corner.
3. 3 Scroll down the page and click Landscape. The map displays the terrain of the area, including hills, plains, and lowlands.
4. 4 Zoom in on the map to display the contour lines. They are light gray lines that circle areas of varying heights.
   • To zoom in, place two connected fingers on the screen and then spread them apart.
   • To zoom out, place two fingers apart on the screen and then bring them together.