# Drag4Distance — Drag to find map distances

> App to measure route distances by dragging a finger on a map. (iPhone/iPad app by Michael Critchley.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drag4distance/id1268244146 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Michael Critchley](https://appshunter.io/developer/989793965)
- Category: Navigation, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 32 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.3 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-08-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drag4distance/id1268244146/reviews.md

## What is Drag4Distance?

Are you on vacation and plan to walk a lot? Or maybe you jog and like to try new routes? Wherever you plan to go, use the Drag4Distance App to quickly see how far your route is. 

*Select "Drag." Then just drag your finger to measure any route. 

*Press the locator button to center on your current location.

*To clear your last route, either shake the device, hit the trash button, or just go ahead and drag again.

*Distances are displayed in whatever regional setting your device is set to (US users will see their display in feet / miles).

## Key features

- Drag to measure routes
- Locate current position
- Clear routes by shaking
- Trash button to clear
- Regional distance display

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drag4distance/id1268244146/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Drag for distance

*2024-11-22*

Please make the roads a dark colour. Very hard to see due to too much white!

### 2/5 — Drag for distance

*2022-10-10*

I wish the background was darker. Hard to see roads with white background and white roads.

### 5/5 — Love this app

*2021-09-20*

Really like this app. So handy for planning new running routes and getting an idea of distances etc.

### 5/5 — Super useful

*2020-04-19, version 1.0.4*

Super useful for planning a run when you don’t want to pack your phone or don’t have a tracker

### 5/5 — Simple and easy to use!

*2019-06-21*

Just what I was looking for! Thanks

### 5/5 — 使いやすい！ Easy to Use

*2017-08-21, version 1.0*

Simple. Works great. シンプルで使いやすい。ランニングコースの距離を下調べするのにとても便利です。

## Frequently asked questions about Drag4Distance

### How do I measure a route with Drag4Distance?

To measure a route, select 'Drag' and then simply drag your finger across the map to trace the desired path. The app will then display the distance of your drawn route.

### Can Drag4Distance show my current location?

Yes, Drag4Distance has a locator button that you can press to center the map on your current location. This is useful for planning routes from where you are.

### How do I clear a route in Drag4Distance?

You can clear your last measured route in Drag4Distance by shaking your device, pressing the trash button, or by simply starting to drag again to create a new route.

### What units does Drag4Distance use for distance?

Drag4Distance displays distances in the regional setting of your device. For example, US users will see distances in feet and miles, while other regions may use metric units.

### Is Drag4Distance free to use?

Yes, Drag4Distance is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements, making it a completely free navigation tool.

### What devices support Drag4Distance?

Drag4Distance is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users looking for a simple distance measurement tool.

### How often is Drag4Distance updated?

The latest version of Drag4Distance is 1.0.4, which was last updated on January 2, 2019. While updates may not be frequent, the app is stable for its core function.

### What is the age rating for Drag4Distance?

Drag4Distance has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and adults, with no mature content.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.4 — 2019-01-02

Oops. The app requested feedback / ratings too often. Now it does so at a more reasonable pace. Enjoy! :)

### 1.0.3 — 2018-12-28

Added ratings framework.
Updated some of the supporting software kits. 
Otherwise, the same, useful app! Enjoy!

### 1.0.1 — 2018-12-20

Updated to the latest iOS. Huzzah!
Gave a pesky bug a stern talking to...the help tips no longer go offscreen on notched devices.

### 1.0 — 2017-08-20

No release notes.

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All apps by Michael Critchley: https://appshunter.io/developer/989793965

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