How to get the GPS coordinates of a location in Google Maps

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Google Maps is one of the most popular GPS navigation tools on the market today. You can easily find points of interest, restaurants and route maps tailored to your needs with just a few clicks. But what if you want to map a location that’s not yet fixed? You’ll need to get the GPS coordinates for that location to stay on track.

If you need the exact coordinates of a specific location on a map, Google Maps is the most efficient and accurate way to get them. You can also use Google Maps to find a place based on its GPS coordinates. GPS coordinates will uniquely point to a location on a map, and you can use the coordinates to set a meeting place or make sure directions are correct.

In this article, we’ll show you exactly how to get GPS coordinates in Google Maps.

How to get GPS coordinates in Google Maps on iPhone

Most users take advantage of Google Maps while on the go. Since users’ phones are often connected to the Internet, it’s easy to set up GPS from your device. To get the GPS coordinates of a location on a map, follow these steps:

1. Open the Google Maps app.
   
2. Press and hold an unmarked location on the map. You can use your finger to zoom in on the map and avoid other marks.
   
3. A red pin will appear at the marked location, tap the red pin.
4. Swipe up from the bottom of Google Maps to reveal the longitude and latitude of the location you’ve selected.
   
5. You can save these coordinates to your clipboard by tapping on them. Then, you can send them to whoever you want by pasting them into a messaging app.
   
6. You can also quickly share the location by swiping right in the menu at the top. Tap on Share.
   

As you can see, it’s really easy to get GPS coordinates from a random location on Google Maps.

How to get GPS coordinates in Google Maps on an Android device

Android devices are famous for their ease of use and Google Maps is no different. If you are using an Android, follow these steps:

1. Open Google Maps.
   
2. Navigate to the location you want to find the coordinates of. You can pan and zoom with your fingers.
   
3. Press and hold an unpinned location on the map.
   
4. A red pin will appear in place.
   
5. You will see the decimal coordinates in the search bar.
   
6. You can press the search bar to copy these coordinates to your clipboard.
   

How to get GPS coordinates in Google Maps on a PC

If you are using a PC, there is no dedicated desktop app for Google Maps. However, you can easily access it through any browser:

1. Open your browser, any browser will work.
   
2. Write “maps.google.com” in the URL bar.
   
3. Navigate to the location you want to get the coordinates of using the mouse. Use the mouse wheel to zoom in or out.
   
4. Right click on the place you need. From the menu, select What’s here?
   
5. A small card will appear at the bottom with details about the location. GPS coordinates will appear as part of the information.
   

Google Maps makes it really easy to get GPS coordinates for anywhere in the world.

Additional FAQs

Here are some more answers to your most frequently asked questions.

Can I also get latitude and longitude from Google Maps?

The pins represent all locations on Google Maps. These pins can be ones you made by tapping on the map or searching for a place. There are also pre-existing pins, such as landmarks, recommended restaurants, or nearby hotels. When you select a pin on the map, latitude and longitude information appears in the menu.

Data is displayed in full degrees, minutes, and seconds (DMS) form, with the abbreviated decimal degrees form below. You can then send this information to someone else to provide them with the correct instructions.

How accurate are the GPS coordinates received from Google Maps?

Google receives images from various sources and puts them together to form Google Maps. According to Google itself, they claim to have an accuracy of at least 15 meters. Considering that 15 meters may be a lot, some scientific research has been done to verify and adjust those claims. They concluded that the displacement could range between 1.5 meters and nine meters, depending on the area investigated.

Generally speaking, you can count on any given point being several meters away. Cities will have more images available and Google will update its maps of urban centers more frequently than those of the countryside. However, tall buildings and signal interference can cause GPS locations to sway more in denser areas. Google Maps will be accurate enough to allow people to meet or provide directions for everyday use. If you need a precise location of your house, for example to resolve a boundary dispute with your neighbour, you will need to contact your local surveyor.

What is a Plus code in Google Maps?

A plus code serves the same purpose as Latitude and Longitude. It can help others identify an exact location (such as the entrance to a building). You may notice that some locations on Google Maps only show the plus code and not the GPS coordinates.

This code can be shared with another person to help them find an exact location.

Location, location, location

You can use Google Maps in many situations, such as arriving on time for your dinner date. GPS coordinates will ensure you don’t get lost. However, Google does not offer 100% accuracy as it is impossible to do so. But for everyday use, Google Maps is an incredibly useful tool.

What do you use Google Maps for? Do you have a favorite set of GPS coordinates? Let us know in the comments section.