Getting started

When you run Cruiser for the first time, an online map will attempt to load. If you press the "target" GPS/Location button, you'll be asked if you wish to allow Cruiser to access your location (select "Yes") and the map will zoom into your current location, identified with a small colored circle.

From here, you have a variety of options:

• Download an offline map, plus routing and POI data
• Import a list of Favorites/Waypoints (eg: GPX file), aka: My Collection
• Customize the look of Cruiser
• Explore the various menus to learn the power of Cruiser
• Go for a ride, recording the GPX "Track" for later analysis

Most of the way Cruiser looks can be tailored exactly as you wish: If you prefer large "glove-friendly" buttons, that's possible. The information panels can be enabled+positioned as required - their color also. The map themes (several are included) offer several colored road styles including a "dark" theme for night-time riding.

Starting a route is as simple as moving the map to where you wish to go, a long-press and set the "End" point. A cross-hair target icon allows you to position the point accurately - however this is not critical for road routes as BRouter will route you via the nearest road.

GPX is a common format for route planning+sharing - these can be loaded as an "Overlay" (ie: follow the line) or as a navigating route. Route enhancements such as Shaping Points and Via Points are also natively handled - more on these over on the Route Planning Guide.