Google Maps is an application that allows users to find locations, calculate routes and consult maps to scale using a virtual terrestrial interface. The service is provided with high resolution satellite images, which allows users to zoom in on maps to even see the streets through the "Street View" function. By reading this article you will learn how to get the latitude and longitude of a certain place using Google Maps.
Steps
Step 1. Visit the Google Maps website
Step 2. Enter the name of the city, country, address or location whose latitude and longitude you want to find and click "Search Maps"
A red marker will appear on the map indicating the place you have entered
Step 3. Right click on the red or nearby sign and select "What here?"
from the pop-up menu. A green signage arrow will appear on the map.
Step 4. Click the arrow to show the latitude and longitude of the place
Advice
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You can quickly see the latitude and longitude by hovering the cursor over the green signpost arrow.
Warnings
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Google Maps does not guarantee the perfect accuracy of location information and statistics. Latitude and longitude may vary if you use different sources.
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