Aki Map User GuideOffline Maps

Offline Maps

Chapter 5 · Offline maps allow you to use the map in remote mountain areas without signal. Be sure to download and activate before you depart.

Chapter 5 of 143 topics

Download Map Data

  1. Go to the 'Map Data' tab, select the map data package you want to download, and tap 'Download'.
  2. If you're not on Wi-Fi, the app will remind you that mobile data charges may apply; it will only download after you confirm.
  3. Upon completion, the download will verify file integrity; if the download fails, tap 'Retry' to resume from where it stopped.
  4. After downloading, tap 'Activate Offline Map'.
  • Map data marked 'Free to Download' can be downloaded directly; full-version map data marked as subscription-required requires upgrading to the full version.
  • 'Open Web Map Directory' will open the Offline Map Download Page to view all map data packages and license details.
Map Data Tab
The Map Data tab lists available map data packages; each package displays contour line density, version, and size.

Choose Contour Line Density

VersionSuitable ScenariosFile Size
50m Contour Lines (Lite Version)General routes, limited phone storage.Approx. 144 MB
20m Contour Lines (Standard Version)Balances file size and terrain detail; the top choice for most users.Approx. 198 MB
10m Contour Lines (High Density Version)Routes requiring detailed terrain interpretation.Approx. 294 MB

50m Contour Lines (Lite Version)

Suitable Scenarios:General routes, limited phone storage.

File Size:Approx. 144 MB

20m Contour Lines (Standard Version)

Suitable Scenarios:Balances file size and terrain detail; the top choice for most users.

File Size:Approx. 198 MB

10m Contour Lines (High Density Version)

Suitable Scenarios:Routes requiring detailed terrain interpretation.

File Size:Approx. 294 MB

Activate and Deactivate

  • Once activated, the map tab will prioritize using that map data; the 'Pre-Departure Check' in the information panel will show 'Offline Map Data: Activated'.
  • When you need to switch map data, first 'Deactivate' and then activate another package.
  • Saving multiple map data packages simultaneously (for example, different regions) is a full-version feature.
  • When a new version is available, the map data card will display 'New version available for update'; tap 'Update' to download. Map data you no longer need can be deleted by tapping 'Delete' to free up space.
Offline Map Activated
Once activated, the map data package shows as in use.

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