Google Maps users will notice a number of design changes, both good and bad, that have occurred over the past few months But regardless of what you think about the overhauled map interface, that doesn't mean Google is slowing down More design tweaks should be rolling out to your phone soon (via 9to5Google)

The new revamp does away with the full-screen Google Maps menu, replacing it instead with a sheet-based layout These sheets have rounded corners and display more of the map when using one of the app's menus

Functionally speaking, these sheets do not significantly affect the way Google Maps is used They look nice, but it is obvious that their charm will soon wear off Other changes include a new X button in the upper right corner of each sheet

Sadly, 9to5Google notes that swiping up against the search bar does not take you back to Maps So those who like this will have to get used to an alternative way to return to the previous screen

The navigation interface has also changed considerably in the preview phase While entering a starting and ending point is the same as usual, the preview screen itself has been moved to the bottom, with many extra buttons shaved from the top of the screen This includes a route options menu and icons for switching between different modes of transportation, such as car and public transportation

Google reportedly began testing this change in February, but withdrew for unknown reasons; testing began again in May, and Google appears to be happy enough with the redesign to make it available to the public in a stable version of Google Maps However, it is only for the Android version, and iPhone users will have to wait a little longer

Admittedly it is a small change, but it is noticeable and it is important to remember that your Google Maps experience may change and be quite different from how you remember it It doesn't affect your use of the app, though