Dropping a Pin in Google Maps: A Step-by-Step Tutorial
Desktop:
- Launch your web browser and head to Google Maps.
- Find your desired location:
- Search for an address in the top bar.
- Navigate the map manually using the zoom/pan tools.
- Click on an existing map marker (e.g., a business).
- Place the pin:
- Click once on the exact spot you want to mark.
- A red pin should appear alongside an information box below.
Mobile:
- Open the Google Maps app on your smartphone or tablet.
- Locate your point of interest:
- Enter an address in the search bar.
- Scroll and zoom the map to pinpoint your location.
- Tap on a nearby landmark or business marker.
- Drop the pin:
- Touch and hold your finger on the exact spot you want to mark.
- A red pin will appear, and a menu pops up at the bottom.
Customizing and Sharing:
- Desktop: Click the red pin, then choose “Label” to name it. Click “Share” to send the pin location via various methods.
- Mobile: Tap the red pin, then choose “Label” to add a name. Tap “Share” to send the pin location through different options.
Removing a Pin:
- Desktop: Click the red pin and select “Remove” from the information box.
- Mobile: Tap the red pin and choose “Remove” from the bottom menu.
Remember:
- You can always zoom in or out to pinpoint your desired location more precisely.
- Dropped pins are saved in your Google Maps account, accessible across devices.
