Overview
Map Launcher is a Flutter plugin that detects available maps apps on Android and iOS devices and launches them with a specified location or route. It enables users to view markers or get directions using their preferred mapping application, such as Google Maps or Apple Maps. The plugin simplifies integration with native map functionality without requiring custom implementation for each platform. It supports both static locations and dynamic routing between points.
Use cases
- Opening a specific location in a map app
- Launching turn-by-turn navigation
- Displaying a marker at a given coordinate
- Integrating with location-based services
- Enabling user choice of map provider
Key features
- Auto-detects installed map apps
- Supports both Android and iOS
- Simple API for launching maps
- Handles routing and markers
- Cross-platform compatibility
Suitable for
- Apps needing map integration
- Travel or delivery applications
- Location sharing features
- Navigation tools
- User-driven map selection
Considerations
- Requires proper permissions for location access
- May not work if no map app is installed
- Behavior varies slightly between platforms
- Does not include map rendering within the app
- Relies on external map apps for functionality