How to Edit Google Maps on Android

Last Updated: February 3, 2019 Tested

This wikiHow teaches you how to suggest edits for Google Maps locations, including business hours and contact information, when you’re using an Android.

Steps

1
Open Google Maps on your Android. It’s the map icon with a white “G” and red pushpin inside. You’ll usually find it on the home screen or in the app drawer.
2
Tap the location you want to edit. The name of the place will appear at the bottom of the screen.
3
Swipe up on the information panel at the bottom of the screen. Additional information will appear.
4
Tap ⁝. It’s at the top-right corner of the screen. A menu will appear.
5
Tap Suggest an edit. It’s the third option. A pop-up will appear.
6
Tap Change name or other details. If the location does not exist, you can select Remove this place instead.
7
Enter your suggested edits. You can request an edit to the business’s name, operating hours, phone number, official website, or phone number. To add a photo of the business, tap + under “Photos,” then select an image from your Android.
- If you are reporting a place as non-existent, select your reason for removal from the drop-down menu.
8
Tap the Send
button. It’s at the top-right corner of the screen.
9
Tap Done. Your suggested edits will be reviewed and then implemented if valid.