entrances

Google Maps, a navigation juggernaut, has continually evolved its platform with advanced features since its inception. However, one basic yet crucial aspect was missing – directing users to the precise entrances of buildings or locations. Acknowledging this gap, Google is now incorporating a feature to address this common navigational challenge. According to a recent report by Android Police, the latest version (11.17.0101) of the Google Maps app for Android is currently testing the display of entrances in select…

Tell me if this has ever happened to you: Google Maps gets you to your destination, but the entrance is not where Google Maps navigation ends. You’re on your own once you’re in the vicinity. You might have to circle the block to find the entry, which isn’t clear from the directions you get. This happened to me just last week, and it’s pretty annoying. I had to get to a meeting, and the entrance was on a parallel street, not where Google Maps directed me to go. It wasn’t the first time I had to find the entry…

Google Maps already gives you an extremely useful and in-depth navigation experience. However, Google always finds more ways to make the platform better. According to a new report, Google Maps will soon show users building entrances. This will make using the app that much easier. When you’re navigating to a certain location, you’ll see the general shape and location of the place you’re going, but not all places have conveniently located entrances. Some places have entrances in odd spots, and it can be tough pinpointing…