Routing and Turn by Turn Navigation Archives - Cadence https://getcadence.app/support-topic/routing-and-turn-by-turn-navigation/ Run and Bike Tracker App for iPhone and Android Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:59:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://getcadence.app/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/cropped-icon512-32x32.png Routing and Turn by Turn Navigation Archives - Cadence https://getcadence.app/support-topic/routing-and-turn-by-turn-navigation/ 32 32 Why doesn’t the Route Elevation Chart match my exact location or gradient? https://getcadence.app/support/why-doesnt-the-route-elevation-chart-match-my-exact-location-or-gradient/ Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:55:54 +0000 https://getcadence.app/?post_type=cadence_support_faq&p=1767 The position shown on elevation charts is updated every 30 seconds and may not always align exactly with your real-time location. To keep processing efficient, the chart uses a simplified representation of the route, so your position is matched to the nearest available point on the chart. This can cause the marker to appear slightly […]

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]]> How do I import route .gpx files into Cadence? https://getcadence.app/support/how-do-i-import-route-gpx-files-into-cadence/ Thu, 01 May 2025 20:04:18 +0000 https://getcadence.app/?post_type=cadence_support_faq&p=1338 To import route .gpx files into Cadence, go to Cadence > Settings > Routes & Navigation > Add Route > Import GPX. Then select the .gpx file you want to import. Alternatively, Cadence should show up in any “Share” screens when you’re viewing a .gpx file, and sharing to Cadence will take you directly to […]

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]]> What are waypoints? https://getcadence.app/support/what-are-waypoints/ Thu, 23 Jan 2025 01:11:24 +0000 https://getcadence.app/?post_type=cadence_support_faq&p=1224 Waypoints are the key markers you set to define where you want to travel. In turn-by-turn navigation, you need at least two waypoints: one for your starting point and one for your destination. Once those are set, Cadence automatically plots a recommended path between them—much like a typical car navigation app—and will reroute you if […]

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]]> Where do I see route distance and time remaining? https://getcadence.app/support/where-do-i-see-route-distance-and-time-remaining/ Thu, 19 Sep 2024 21:43:57 +0000 https://getcadence.app/?post_type=cadence_support_faq&p=1124 Distance remaining and time remaining (ETA) are part of the Turn by Turn Navigation functionality, not regular routes. A regular route is just a route to follow on a map, it doesn’t provide any other functionality. Turn by Turn Navigation provides distance and time remaining. You can learn more about the difference between routes and […]

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]]> What do the gradient colors mean on the Route Elevation chart? https://getcadence.app/support/what-do-the-gradient-colors-mean-on-the-route-elevation-chart/ Thu, 25 Jul 2024 17:20:31 +0000 https://getcadence.app/?post_type=cadence_support_faq&p=1063 Elevation gradients are shown in the following colors: < -6% - Dark Blue< 0% - Light Blue0-3% - Green> 3% - Yellow> 6% - Orange> 9% - Light Red> 12% - Dark Red> 15% - Light Purple> 20% - Dark Purple

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]]> What do I do if I have issues with turn by turn navigation not following the route I want? https://getcadence.app/support/what-do-i-do-if-i-have-issues-with-turn-by-turn-navigation-not-following-the-route-i-want/ Sun, 30 Jun 2024 17:55:55 +0000 https://getcadence.app/?post_type=cadence_support_faq&p=1046 If you’re having issues with your routes not having turn by turn navigation, please see “What’s the difference between routes and turn by turn navigation?” and “How do I use the turn by turn navigation feature?” How does Cadence create Turn by Turn Navigation? Cadence uses Mapbox for routing and navigation data, and Mapbox relies […]

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]]> How do I use the turn by turn navigation feature? https://getcadence.app/support/how-do-i-use-the-turn-by-turn-navigation-feature/ Sun, 30 Jun 2024 17:24:49 +0000 https://getcadence.app/?post_type=cadence_support_faq&p=1045 To create a new route with navigation: To add turn-by-turn navigation to an existing route: To follow your route with turn by turn navigation: To use the Quick Navigation feature: At the top of the Navigation screen is a search field. Search for your destination and Cadence will provide navigation from your current location. If […]

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]]> How do I mute the voice during turn by turn navigation? https://getcadence.app/support/how-do-i-mute-the-voice-during-turn-by-turn-navigation/ Fri, 07 Jun 2024 20:15:33 +0000 https://getcadence.app/?post_type=cadence_support_faq&p=1004 View your Navigation screen and tap the speaker icon towards the top right.

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]]> What’s the difference between routes and turn by turn navigation? https://getcadence.app/support/whats-the-difference-between-routes-and-turn-by-turn-navigation/ Wed, 02 Mar 2022 21:57:03 +0000 https://getcadence.app/?post_type=cadence_support_faq&p=228 Routes Routes are a feature of Cadence Pro. Routes appear on the map as lines to follow during your activities. You can create routes in two ways: Please note that imported .GPX files do not include turn-by-turn directions. If you need detailed voice navigation, you’ll have to add it separately (see the Turn by Turn Navigation section below). Turn […]

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