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--- en:offlinemaps [2021/04/05 18:31] – [Automatic download and installation] lineflyer
+++ en:offlinemaps [2021/04/05 18:59] – [Map downloader] lineflyer
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 The c:geo map downloader can be started in two ways:
-* From the [[.:mainmenu:livemap|map view]] by opening the map selector and tapping on ''<Download offline map>''
+  * From the [[.:mainmenu:livemap|map view]] by opening the map selector and tapping on ''<Download offline map>''
-* From the [[.:mainmenu:settings|map settings]] by selecting ''Download offline map''
+  * From the [[.:mainmenu:settings|map settings]] by selecting ''Download offline map''
+==== Map downloader ====
+After opening the map downloader you can choose from what source you would like to download the map by opening the drop down menu shown on top. To learn more about the different map sources, please take a look at [[offlinemaps#mapsources|this list]] or click on the heart icon shown on top right in the map downloader.
+For this example we use "Mapsforge" as map source.
+FIXME PICTURE
+The top level list is usually sorted by coarse geographical regions (typically: continents) and get more specific on each lower level. Click on the magnifier icon to open the desired list/region and see its contents. If you finally found the map file you want to install, simply click on the disc icon next to it to start the download process.
+<WRAP center round important 100%>
+Downloading a map can cause high network traffic! Make sure you use a Wifi or other non-metered network before starting the download.
+</WRAP>
+Confirm the following dialog to start the download.
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+The download itself is performed in the background by the download manager of your device. When the transfer is complete, the file is copied to the c:geo map folder and set as current map automatically.
+If the downloaded map requires a dedicated map theme (does not apply to Mapsforge) the downloader will additionally ask you, whether you also want to download and install this theme.
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 ==== Download sources ====
+{{anchor:mapsources}}
 First of all you need to download a compatible offline map file covering the needed geographical area. There are several services available on the internet providing frequently updated and ready-to-use map files.

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