So I know there are some really great open source map applications for mobile devices such as OsmAnd and CoMaps, but I have been finding myself wishing they were available as desktop applications (on Linux).

I wanted to ask if anyone is aware of something like this or what is recommended. I know some are available via a browser, but I would really enjoy something that supports offline maps for a desktop.

Personally, I would like this for standard map needs (locating things locally), but also for doing stuff like planning out camping trips. It would be nice to be able to for example, bring my laptop camping, and be able to reference a map of the area on there and take notes about the trails and whatnot.

This would be especially handy for when I got back to an internet connection, because then I could add to the OpenStreetMap data using those notes.

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[–] golden_zealot@lemmy.ml 4 points 2 days ago (5 children)

Yes, I have edited my post to reflect that.

I would not be able to use the browser for use cases in which I am in the woods, wanting to look at the maps for the purpose of mapping out trails etc. It would also be handy for typical internet outage situations etc.

[–] artyom@piefed.social 4 points 2 days ago (4 children)

I see. Have you tried installing CoMaps with Waydroid?

[–] golden_zealot@lemmy.ml 1 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago) (3 children)

I have not, but I saw someone recommending something similar as well, I'll have to read up. Thanks!

[–] artyom@piefed.social 3 points 2 days ago (1 children)

It works, with the exception of GPS/location :(

[–] golden_zealot@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 day ago

Well that's not too bad honestly, so long as you know where you are to begin with. Thanks for testing!

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