Google Maps has a series of really interesting features aside from just the normal map that shows directions. These features are very practical and make the app stand out even more. Google Maps is more than just a navigation app. Aside from adding the coronavirus information layer, the payed parkings, improved images of as well as sidewalk maps, and also the improved location sharing, there are still a few more interesting features.
Here are the other features included:
Check lines from Walmart to DMV
Using Google Maps app, tap the business or location that you want to visit and scroll all the way down until you actually see the graph labeled Popular times. Proceed to tap the day of the week you want to plan your trip for and click the red column in order to see the current-foot traffic data. This column shows you whether the establishment is not busy or not too busy and also a little busy or as busy as it gets. You'll also be able to get an estimate of how long you might have to wait
Menus, photos, and also customer reviews
On most of the restaurant listings, there are sometimes options for checking the overview, menu, reviews, and also the photos that are listed as certain options but you might have to side-scroll in order to see every one of them. The link that is labeled Menu is oftentimes listed a little below the operating hours. Scroll down even more and you'll be able to see the Popular dishes as well as find out the number of stars they have as an average from users.
Book a table, order for carryout or delivery
Some restaurants have these features in order to make things easier. Although this feature is readily available on Google Maps, it still depends on the restaurant to update information or offer these kinds of options for customers. Dining in by reserving a table or finding out if there are available tables is possible without having to log in. Clicking "place an order" usually redirects you to either DoorDash or even Postmates.
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Google Assist on the iPhone
In order to set Google Assist, click the Google Maps app and listen for the "OK, google" while navigating. The next step would be to tap the menu icon, tap settings, and under the Getting Around heading, tap Navigation and finally,m scroll to the actual option that is labeled Access your Assistant with "OK Google" then the next step would just be to toggle this on.
Find additional information
Google Maps also usually includes information like the operating hours, the phone numbers, the ZIP codes, websites and more. Although this segment is entirely up to the owner of the restaurant to update, sometimes they reveal more than what you often expect!
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Written by Urian Buenconsejo
