Cloud-based maps styling now has a refreshed map style available for web and mobile. This update to map styling includes a new default color palette, modernized pins, and improvements to map experiences and usability. For more information, see New map style for Google Maps Platform. To start using the new map colors with cloud-based maps styling, see Update a map style to the latest version.

Change the app background color

Select platform: Android iOS JavaScript Web Service

You can change the background color of the Map container. This color shows before the tiles load.

Set the app background color

In the Map feature pane, select the gear icon to open the Settings pane.
Set the app background color by using the color picker or entering a Hex string. When you set the color, the tiles reload to show the chosen background color.