Find local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps.

To start, launch the Google Maps app on your phone. Then tap "Your Location" followed by the blue dot that represents your current location. In the "Your Location" menu that opens, tap "Calibrate." Maps will ask you to tilt and move your phone. Do so until the "Compass Accuracy" value improves from the current "Low."

Drag your finger on the map to reposition it if desired. You can tap the compass at the bottom-right corner to re-center back to your current location. 3. Tap and hold the blue dot to drop a pin. Lift your finger once the red pushpin appears over the blue dot. A panel with information about your location will appear.

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.

1. Go to https://maps.google.com in a web browser. Log in to Google with your email address and password, if you aren't logged in automatically. 2. Click the icon that resembles a crosshair with a dot in the center. It's in the lower-right corner above the zoom in (+) and zoom out (-) buttons.

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Next time you’re on your way or running late, you can share your real-time location and trip progress from navigation as well. During your next trip, tap the “More” button on the bottom on the navigation screen, and then tap “Share trip.”. When you share your trip with people, they’ll see your expected arrival time and can follow ...