Have you ever thought of viewing earth from outer space but don’t possess a space shuttle yet? Well, Google Maps has got you covered. With the ‘Satellite View’ functionality, Google Maps allows you to view real-life images of locations from space. In this blog post, we will guide you step by step on how to view Satellite View in Google Maps.
Launch Google Maps
The first step is to launch Google Maps. You can do this by opening your web browser and typing ‘www.google.com/maps’ in the address bar or by clicking on the Google Maps app on your mobile device.
Enter your desired location
Once you’ve launched Google Maps, the next step is to enter the location that you would like to view in the ‘Search here’ box. You can enter a specific address, city, or country, or even a landmark. Once you’ve entered the location, press ‘Enter’ on your keyboard or tap on the ‘Search’ icon.
Select the Satellite View
After you’ve searched for your desired location, Google Maps will automatically display the location in ‘Map View’. To switch to ‘Satellite View’, you need to click on the ‘Satellite’ button located at the lower-left corner of the screen on desktop or at the top-right corner on mobile devices.
Zoom In/Out to get a better view
Once you’ve switched to ‘Satellite View’, you can zoom in or out to get a better view of your selected location. To zoom in or out, you can use the ‘+’ and ‘-‘ buttons respectively located at the right-hand side of the screen.
Desktop:
Step 2: Type your desired location in the ‘Search here’ box and press ‘Enter’
Step 3: Click on the ‘Satellite’ button located at the lower-left corner of the screen
Step 4: Use the ‘+’ and ‘-‘ buttons to zoom in or out
Mobile:
Step 2: Enter your desired location in the ‘Search here’ box and tap on the ‘Search’ icon
Step 3: Tap on the ‘Satellite’ button located at the top-right corner
Step 4: Pinch the screen to zoom in or out
Now that you know how to view Satellite View in Google Maps, you can start exploring the world from the comfort of your home. Google’s Satellite View can be a fun and educational tool for both kids and adults. Enjoy your virtual space travel!
