How to Find North on Google Maps on Android

Open Google Maps on your Android. Look for the tiny map icon labeled “Maps” on the home screen or in the app drawer.

Tap the location button. It's near the bottom-right corner of the map and looks like a solid black circle inside a larger circle with crosshairs.

Tap the compass button. It's the red and white double-arrow icon near the top-right corner of the screen.

Find the “N” on the compass. When the red “N” appears on the compass, the red needle will be pointing to the north. The “N” will disappear quickly. You can tap the compass button again to bring it back up.