GOOGLE Maps and street view has made millions of people’s lives easier across the globe.
But how exactly do you get on it, and what countries don't have it? Here's all you need to know...
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Credit: Getty How do I get street view on Google Maps?
Getting street view on Google Maps is very easy.
Here’s how to activate it on a tablet or smartphone.
Open the Google Maps app on your device. Tap the rhomboid-shaped icon in the upper right corner of the screen underneath the search bar In the drop down menu click the street view icon When you return to your map all streets will be marked out in blue lines Click the street you wish to view and you’ll see 2
Which countries have no street view?
Since Google Street View launched in 2007, 87 countries in all seven continents have been largely mapped out
However lots of countries have had privacy concerns about street view - leading many to suspend services.
In South America Costa Rica, Venezuela and Paraguay do not have street view.
In Africa, only Senegal, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa and Botswana have street view available.
China, India, Iran, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Afghanistan, Nepal, Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Syria, Iraq, Oman, Yeman, Papua New Guinea and North Korea can not be viewed.
In Germany only some major cities can be viewed.
Use augmented reality Google Maps directions
Google Maps supports augmented reality directions in certain locations.
This includes big cities like London and New York.
The feature is only advised for pedestrians and layers additional directions on your phone screen so you can look through your phone camera for some helpful tips.
If your location has the AR feature avaliable you'll see a "Live View" option pop up once you've started on your route.
Click it and your phone will show the street as if you're viewing it through your phone camera but with relevant information on top.
You'll need a relatively new smartphone to use this feature as it needs ARCore support on Android and ARKit support on iPhones.
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