How to Change Apple Maps from Miles to Kilometers on iPhone

Learn to switch Apple Maps from miles to kilometers on your iPhone with simple settings adjustments.

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Apple Maps may default to miles because it detects your regional settings. If you're in a region like the USA, miles are standard. To switch to kilometers, go to Settings > Maps > Distances > Kilometers on your iPhone. This ensures measurements align with your preference.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Why does Apple Maps use miles instead of kilometers? Apple Maps defaults to miles based on your regional settings, especially in the USA where miles are the standard unit.
  2. Can I switch other apps from miles to kilometers? Yes, you can adjust distance settings in many navigation and mapping apps through their respective settings menus.
  3. How do I find distance settings on my iPhone? Go to Settings > Maps > Distances, and you will have the option to select either miles or kilometers.
  4. Is it possible to set my Apple Maps permanently to kilometers? Yes, once you set it to kilometers in the Maps settings, it should remain that way unless changed again.

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