By JAMIE TUCKER Consumer Technology Reporter

Most people know Google Maps as the go-to app for driving directions. It helps you avoid traffic, find the fastest route, and get to your destination without getting lost. But if you have never used it while walking, you may be missing one of its most useful features.

I recently discovered this firsthand during a trip to Cleveland. I was staying in a downtown hotel and had a few hours before my next appointment. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame was on my list of places to visit, but I had no idea how to get there. Instead of asking for directions, I opened Google Maps and switched to walking mode.

Walking mode works much like driving directions. It shows you the best route, step-by-step, but with details tailored for pedestrians. The app takes

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