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1 What this activity will show you
1 What this activity will show you How to find and follow directions and see them on a street map or in satellite view.

2 Who will use this activity?
2 Who will use this activity? People wanting to find directions, choose the best route, and view transit and local information.

3 An internet connection.
3 What you’ll need A Desktop PC or laptop. A Mobile device like a tablet or mobile phone. An internet connection.

4 Google Maps on your PC or Laptop
4 Google Maps on your PC or Laptop Go to Google Maps by typing maps.google.com in your browser's address bar. Or just search for the name of a location or address, and a link to Google Maps will show.

5 Google Maps on your Mobile Device
5 Google Maps on your Mobile Device Download the Google Maps App for Android, iPhone or Tablet devices.

6 Find a location Click in the search box. Type an address.
6 Find a location Click in the search box. Type an address. You will see maps offers suggestions. Click on the place you want.

7 7 Find a location Information about your location will be shown.

8 Click on the directions icon.
8 Getting directions Click on the directions icon.

9 Getting directions Choose the start and end places
9 Getting directions Choose the start and end places (you can reverse these here). Choose your mode of transport, e.g. car, public transport or walking.

10 Getting directions A choice of routes are shown. Select the one
10 Getting directions A choice of routes are shown. Select the one you prefer for step by step directions.

11 Viewing the Map Click (hold on a Tablet) and drag to move the map.
11 Viewing the Map Click (hold on a Tablet) and drag to move the map. Zoom in or out using the + / - (pinch in and out on a Tablet).

12 12 Satellite View A satellite view, sometimes called Google Earth, shows actual satellite photographs instead of a map. On a computer, the button at the lower-left toggles satellite view. On mobile devices, tap the menu button on the left side of the search bar.

13 13 Street View The image of Street View in the information panel is just a preview. Click it to enter full Street View mode. You can pan and move the camera, allowing you to see what an area looks like.

14 14 Local Information Click Nearby to search for places near your location.


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