How to Check Location on Google Maps

Check Location On a Computer

1. Open Google Maps: Go to Google Maps in your web browser.
2. Search for a Location: In the search bar at the top, type the name, address, or coordinates of the location you want to check and press Enter.
3. Explore the Location:
   • Zoom In/Out: Use the + and - buttons or scroll your mouse wheel to zoom in or out.
   • Street View: Drag the yellow Pegman icon (found in the bottom right corner) to a specific location on the map to enter Street View.
   • Map/Satellite View: Click on the Layers button (stack of squares) to switch between Map and Satellite views.

Check Location On a Mobile Device

1. Open Google Maps App: Open the Google Maps app on your smartphone or tablet. If you don’t have it installed, download it from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).
2. Search for a Location: Tap the search bar at the top, type the name, address, or coordinates of the location you want to check, and tap the search icon (magnifying glass).
3. Explore the Location:
   • Zoom In/Out: Pinch your fingers together or apart on the screen to zoom in or out.
   • Street View: Tap and hold a location on the map to drop a pin, then tap the place name or address at the bottom and select Street View.
   • Map/Satellite View: Tap the Layers button (stack of squares) to switch between Map and Satellite views.

Mobile Location

Check Location on Iphone 2024

Step 1: Open Google Maps

1. Install Google Maps: If you don’t have the Google Maps app installed, download it from the App Store.
2. Open the App: Tap the Google Maps icon on your home screen to open the app.

Step 2: Search for a Location

1. Tap the Search Bar: At the top of the screen, tap the search bar.
2. Enter Location Information: Type the name, address, or coordinates of the location you want to check.
3. Start the Search: Tap the search icon (magnifying glass) on the keyboard to start the search.

Step 3: Explore the Location

1. View Search Results: The map will update to show the location you searched for. A red pin will mark the location on the map.
2. Zoom In/Out:
   • Zoom In: Place two fingers on the screen and spread them apart (pinch-out gesture).
   • Zoom Out: Place two fingers on the screen and pinch them together (pinch-in gesture).
3. View Details: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to view more information about the location, such as address, photos, reviews, and business hours (if applicable).

Step 4: Use Street View

1. Drop a Pin: If the location doesn’t automatically show Street View, tap and hold the location on the map to drop a pin.
2. Open Street View: Tap the place name or address at the bottom of the screen, then tap the Street View thumbnail (if available) to enter Street View mode.
3. Navigate Street View: Use your finger to swipe around and look at the surroundings. Tap the arrows on the screen to move along the street.

Step 5: Switch Between Map and Satellite View

1. Tap the Layers Button: In the top-right corner of the screen, tap the Layers button (a stack of squares).
2. Select View: Choose between Default, Satellite, and other available views by tapping your preferred option.

Step 6: Get Directions

1. Tap Directions: Tap the Directions button at the bottom of the screen.
2. Enter Starting Point: Type your starting point in the field at the top or select your current location.
3. Choose Route: Review the suggested routes and tap on the one you want to follow.
4. Start Navigation: Tap the Start button to begin turn-by-turn navigation.

Step 7: Save Location

1. Tap Save: If you want to save the location, swipe up the information card and tap Save.
2. Choose a List: Select a list to save the location to (e.g., Favorites, Want to go).

Step 8: Share Location

1. Tap Share: Swipe up the information card and tap Share.
2. Select Sharing Method: Choose how you want to share the location (e.g., via Messages, Mail, or social media).