Tips for using Google Maps

In case you can't tell, both Richard and I are fascinated with Google Maps and think it's a very worthwhile tool to learn. Here are just a couple of ways you can use Google Maps.

Get directions from one location to another

Choose an alternate route, if desired

View a standard map, terrain map, or satellite map

Find out what's near to a location, such as pizza places, parks or grocery stores

Read reviews posted by other Web users of nearby restaurants, etc.

Create a Google account and save a custom map, with pinpoints to mark locations

Draw a line on the map to show (and share) directions with another person

Use "Street View" to see a location just as if you were standing there on the street

This is a good overview video (You can watch it on YouTube without creating a YouTube account)

Google offers some nice tutorials here:Tips on using Google Maps. You can choose whether you are a beginner or expert, world traveler or business owner. (You can also watch these tutorials without registering for anything)