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Possibly the MOST overlooked Google Tool (real useful tool)

Discussion in 'Google' started by Li Weng, Dec 12, 2008.

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    I'm talking about Google Map~!

    This tool is so awesome, every time I need to go somewhere I don't even need to check the map. All I do is put in the destination and starting address, and it will work out for me a good way to get there.

    You can also change view option so that you actually see what the streets look like as if you're driving on them.

    Who else likes this Google function?
     
    Li Weng, Dec 12, 2008 IP
  2. pbruessow@msn.com

    pbruessow@msn.com Active Member

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    Li,

    I see you are getting quite active on DP. Anyhow, Googlemaps through Zeemaps is a major feature for my pages in my South Florida Bass Lakes site in my signature. I use them for my fishing maps. Kind of unique use of their maps, but I was getting tired of sketching them so I found a way to use them on my site.
     
    pbruessow@msn.com, Dec 12, 2008 IP
  3. Abhik

    Abhik ..:: The ONE ::..

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    Yes, thats a good tool, but do not work for my area.
     
    Abhik, Dec 12, 2008 IP
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    search-value Banned

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    Yes that is really a cool tool and we are also using it....
     
    search-value, Dec 12, 2008 IP
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    scubita Peon

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    My street doesn't show up, imagine that... pfff! :p
     
    scubita, Dec 13, 2008 IP
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    Definitely a useful tool, especially because you can actually integrate maps within your site with the Maps API.
    So far used it on 2 of my sites, and its really neat to offer a route planner and map on your site. :)

    While I dont need tools like Street View or Geopics, it is still a useful extra which gives Maps an added value. ;)
     
    DeViAnThans3, Dec 13, 2008 IP
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    ColorWP.com Notable Member

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    Blogger, because it's so much great and reliable, but their support is terrible and almost impossible to reach. Probably because it is harder for Google to monetize this service, they limit the budget for the customer service.
     
    ColorWP.com, Dec 13, 2008 IP
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    cannyinfotech Guest

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    In India many places is not updates working very well in US
     
    cannyinfotech, Dec 13, 2008 IP
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    I agree Google Maps is a great tool. Also Google trends.
     
    shonc2000, Dec 13, 2008 IP
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    It's a good tool and I use it on a regular basis, I think more and more people
    are using it everyday.
     
    kingofsanda, Dec 13, 2008 IP
  11. Rahan

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    Yeah its definitely amazing. I have to agree with shonc200 also and say Google Trends is amazing if used right too.
     
    Rahan, Dec 13, 2008 IP
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    Overlooked? It comes built into most modern cell phones. Its used more then mapquest these days... its probably second behind Gmail as the most used google sub-function.
     
    taylorwilsdon, Dec 13, 2008 IP
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    IEmailer.com Well-Known Member

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    Yup, it's quite usefull tool..

    However, it needs more updates for certain areas ;)
     
    IEmailer.com, Dec 14, 2008 IP
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    I hate when I get forced to used MapQuest or something and will always switch to Google Maps since I like it so much better. Very good tool! But I agree, this is not an overlooked Google tool.
     
    mysterypeter, Dec 14, 2008 IP
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    Phynder Well-Known Member

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    Who is overlooking this tool? Everyone I know uses it.
     
    Phynder, Dec 14, 2008 IP
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    I have the same opinion Google Maps is a grand tool.
     
    seocipl, Dec 14, 2008 IP
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    Its a great tool indeed. I just hope it also give similar importance to remote places.
     
    ferdousx, Dec 14, 2008 IP