Turn-by-turn navigation | Navigation SDK | Android Docs

Turn-by-turn navigation, or "active guidance", is the core of the Navigation SDK. This state automatically activates when a trip session is running and a route is provided, ensuring users receive clear navigation instructions throughout their journey.

Build the route

This guide equips you with the skills to request routes, customize their appearance, and receive real-time updates on route changes.

Route progress

Learn how to use a user's progress information along a route with the Mapbox Navigation SDK for Android.

Route updates and rerouting

Learn how to use the Navigation SDK for Android's off-route detection, alternative routes detection capabilities, and how to keep the route information up-to-date with changing conditions.

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