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Go to the "Location History" section of your Google Account. Choose whether your account or your devices can report Location History to Google. Your account and all devices: At the top, turn Location History on or off. Only a certain device: Under "This device" or "Devices on this account," turn the device on or off.
Search for a place on Google Maps. On your computer, open Google Maps. Type an address or name of a place. Press Enter or click Search . To filter your search results, use the drop-down menus below the search box. You get search results as red mini-pins or red dots, where mini-pins show the top results. The square pins are ads.
Give Maps location permission in your browser. On your computer, open Chrome and go to Google Maps. At the bottom right, click My location . If you're asked to share your location, choose Allow. If the blue dot appears and shows your location, then Maps already has location permission in your browser.
Tap Mode. Select a mode: High accuracy: Use GPS, Wi-Fi, mobile networks, and sensors to get the most accurate location. Use Google Location Services to help estimate your device's location faster and more accurately. Battery saving: Use sources that use less battery, like Wi-Fi and mobile networks.
Open or create a map. In the search bar, type the name or address of a place. Click one of the results on the map. If the result is what you want, click Add to map. Edit a place. On your computer, sign in to My Maps. Open or create a map. Click an existing place on the map. In the bottom right of the box that appears, use the icons to make changes.
Find places in a specific area. To find places near an area you’ve searched: On your computer, open Google Maps. Search for a place or address. Click Nearby . Select or enter the kind of place you want to find, like hotel or airport. Results appear as red mini-pins and red dots. Mini-pins show the top results.
Manage location permissions for google.com. On your computer, open your browser and go to google.com. At the top left, in the address bar, click Lock Site settings Location. In some browsers you may need to right-click the address bar or check the settings menu. Select Allow or Block for google.com.
Add to Google Maps and earn badges. Control who finds your Google Maps contributions. Follow a Google Maps profile. Use the Contribute tab. Fix a missing address or wrong pin location. Post photo updates of a place. Set photo permissions on your iPhone or iPad. Check facts about places on Google Maps. Tips for contributing high quality reviews ...
Tip: You must be signed in to set, edit, and find your home and work on the map. Learn how to sign in to Google Maps. Set your home or work address. On your computer, open Google Maps. At the top left, click Saved Labeled. Choose Home or Work. Type in your home or work address, then click Save. Change your home or work address
Get directions & show routes. Use navigation in Google Maps. Check your speed. Request a ride. Add a shortcut to places you visit often. Get traffic or search for places along the way. Use Google Assistant while you navigate. Get train & bus departures. Plan your commute or trip.