Wayfinder Help Center
Everything you need to know about navigating campus, finding locations, and using Wayfinder's advanced features.
Getting Started
- Search for destinations using the search bar to find buildings, rooms, or specific locations
- Locate yourself by tapping the crosshair icon to detect your current position
- Select destinations to view distance, estimated time, and step-by-step directions
- Start navigation for turn-by-turn voice-guided directions to your destination
💡 Pro Tip
Enable voice guidance in settings for hands-free navigation around campus.
Map Controls
- 📍 Locate - Find and center on your current position Essential
- 🎯 Manual Location - Set your position manually on the map
- 🔊 Voice Guidance - Enable or disable turn-by-turn voice instructions Recommended
- 📱 Fullscreen - Toggle full-screen view for better visibility
- 🧭 Heading Up - Orient the map to face your direction of travel
- 📚 Catalog - Browse all available destinations and points of interest
Search Tips
- Enter building names, room codes, departments, or keywords
- Use partial names - suggestions appear as you type
- Press Enter or tap a result to select your destination
- Filter by categories in the catalog for better results
Smart Search Examples
"Science Building Room 301" or just "SCI 301"
"Library" or "Main Library"
"Cafeteria" or "Student Center"
Privacy & Security
Your privacy is important to us. Here's how we handle your data:
- Location data is used only for providing navigation and is never stored permanently
- You can disable location sharing at any time in your browser settings
- No personal information is collected or shared with third parties
- All routing happens locally on your device when possible
Troubleshooting
- Location Services - Enable in both device settings and browser permissions
- Internet Connection - Required for map data and route calculations
- GPS Issues - Use Manual Location if GPS is unavailable or inaccurate
- Voice Guidance - Ensure device volume is up and not on silent mode
- Map Loading - Check internet connection and refresh the page if needed
🆘 Need More Help?
If you're still experiencing issues, try refreshing the page or clearing your browser cache. For persistent problems, contact campus IT support.