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When users need more detailed information about a location, a Navigation or
Map + Content template lets you present that information with buttons for users
to act.
In this example, because the app is not a navigation app, the
Navigate button opens a separate navigation app, ending the
task flow.
Sample flow
User action
Where action is performed
Step count after action
The user opens your app, then selects a submenu.
List template included in the Map + Content template
1
The user selects a location from the submenu.
List template included in the Map + Content template
2
The user reviews details about the location and decides to navigate
there.
Pane template included in the Map + Content template
3
A separate navigation app opens and routing begins.
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