How to launch Google Maps on iPhone via web link?

Question

I am building a site that will have address links as well as image of a map - both of which have a link to Google Maps.

The problem is that when I click on these links u

Answer 1

Take a look at this.

It works on every device (for ios / android, it will launch google maps app else browser).

For other devices, it will launch browser.

Simple use case would be:

1. Construct universal map URI (with encoded params)

2. Use this URL like -

   window.open(mapUrl, '_system');

More info for window.open here

My use case required to open existing in app map navigation into some another dedicated maps app (preferably google maps app) for ios and android devices.

I use ionic v1 + cordova for building native apps. Not sure if this is perfect for your use case but hope this helps.