Google Street View is again in India.
Street View permits customers to discover their environment nearly, providing a 360-degree view of streets, landmarks, buildings, and extra. Here’s the way to use it.
Google has introduced Google Maps Street View in India—providing customers a digital view of assorted cities throughout the nation. Initially launched as a trial in Bengaluru, Karnataka final 12 months, the function is now out there for a number of areas nationwide.
As the identify suggests, Street View permits customers to discover their environment nearly, providing a 360-degree view of streets, landmarks, buildings, and extra. This function proves particularly helpful for assessing a spot earlier than visiting, offering invaluable insights and preparation, notably for unfamiliar locations.
It’s price noting that Street View is just not fully new however marks its return to India after a seven-year absence attributable to safety considerations that led to a ban in 2016. However, as reported by Mashable, sure areas, resembling Rohtak in Haryana, presently provide solely static photographs relatively than the complete 360-degree expertise.
When utilizing the online model, customers can entry the knowledge caption on the backside left of the display screen to view the date when the picture was captured.
To use the function on a PC, open Google Maps and find the ‘Layers’ tab on the backside left. From there, select Street View and enter the specified location.
For smartphone customers, open the Google Maps app and discover the layers button positioned within the top-right nook. Tap on it, choose Map particulars, and select Street View. The supported streets might be highlighted in blue, permitting customers to faucet on a desired space and discover the 360-degree picture.
