How to Measure Distance on Android

Last Updated: May 6, 2021 Tested

Since you don't always have a tape measure on you, it's handy to have an app to measure distance installed on your phone. Downloading such an app also makes it easier to measure things that are further away.

Steps

1
Search for "measure distance" in the Google Play store.
2
Select an app there, such as "Smart Measure."

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3
Click "Install" to install the app onto your phone.
4
Aim the cross-hairs at the very bottom of the object you want to measure, right at the point that it meets the floor.
5
Hit the button in the bottom right corner of the app to take a picture of the object and get its distance from you. The picture and distance will appear in the top right corner of the app.

Community Q&A

Question

What is the maximum distance that can be measured?

Community Answer

I don't know about max distance, but keep in mind that even though distance can be measured on your android phone, you may not get accurate distance.
Question

How do I change metric to standard?

Community Answer

"Standard" measurements are better known in the US as "United States customary units". For any given metric measurement, there is a ratio to convert it into any given US standard measurement of the same type. For example, multiply metres by 3.28 to get feet. In general, online metric to imperial converters are a handy way to feel confident converting without memorizing all the ratios.