AI-generated Key Takeaways
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The Place List template displays an ordered list of locations on a map, linking list items with map markers for navigation apps.
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This template is deprecated; designers and developers should transition to the Map + Content template for enhanced functionality.
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Each list item must display duration or distance and have an associated action, focusing on relevant information and nearby locations.
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Developers should use the ConstraintManager API to determine the list row limit for different vehicles.
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Corresponding map markers should be included for each location, ideally with a font size of at least 24dp.
The Place List template presents an ordered list of locations (or containers for sublists), overlaid on a map drawn by the app. The app should draw markers to link list items with map locations.
Includes:
- Header (in card) with optional refresh button for users to request a list update (doesn't add to step count)
- Action strip (optional)
- Base map (full-screen, not drawn by apps)
- Optional map action strip with up to 4 buttons for map interactivity
- List rows within limits*
- Markers

Place List (navigation) template examples


Location list (Android Auto example)
Locations and sublists, with action strip (AAOS example)
Place List (navigation) template UX requirements
App developers:
MUST | Show duration or distance for each list item (except for container items). |
MUST | Associate an action with each list row (information-only rows are not allowed). |
SHOULD | Include at least one location or browsable (container). |
SHOULD | Include only information relevant to app capabilities (not "favorite friends"). |
SHOULD | Limit locations to those that are closest or most relevant. |
SHOULD | Show a corresponding marker on the map for each location on the list. |
SHOULD | Use a font size of at least 24dp Roboto or equivalent for map markers. |
SHOULD | Consider supporting content refresh for the list when supporting map interactions. |