New basemap styling is coming soon to Google Maps Platform. This update to map styling includes a new default color palette, modernized pins, and improvements to map experiences and usability. All map styles will be automatically updated in March 2025. For more information on availability and how to opt in earlier, see
New map style for Google Maps Platform.
GoogleMaps Framework Reference
GMSMapViewType
enum GMSMapViewType : NSUInteger {}
Display types for GMSMapView.
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Basic maps. The default. Supports both Light and Dark color schemes.
Declaration
Objective-C
kGMSTypeNormal = 1
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Satellite maps with no labels.
Declaration
Objective-C
kGMSTypeSatellite
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Terrain maps. Supports both Light and Dark color schemes.
Declaration
Objective-C
kGMSTypeTerrain
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Satellite maps with a transparent label overview.
Declaration
Objective-C
kGMSTypeHybrid
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No maps, no labels. Display of traffic data is not supported.
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Last updated 2024-11-15 UTC.
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