The Art of Pin Drop Dance: A Guide to Adding and Removing Pins on Google Maps

When it comes to sharing locations, telling someone to 'turn left at the cow' or 'meet me at the big tree' can be frustratingly vague. But what if you're trying to find each other in a huge park or give directions to a secluded camping spot? That's where the pin drop dance comes in – a clever technique for adding and removing pins on Google Maps.

To start, open your favorite browser and head to Google Maps. Once you're zoomed in on the location you'd like to pin, select the desired area by entering a more specific location in the 'Search Google Maps' field. This will help narrow down your search area and ensure that you're pinpointing the exact spot.

Now, let's go through the steps to add (and remove) a pin from Google Maps on both your PC and phone.

Adding a Pin

Step 1: Open Google Maps on your PC or phone.

Step 2: Zoom in on the location you'd like to pin.

Step 3: Enter a more specific location in the 'Search Google Maps' field to narrow down your search area.

Step 4: Click on the desired location to drop a pin.

Removing a Pin

To remove a pin, simply click and drag it away from its original position. You can also right-click (or tap and hold) on the pin and select 'Remove Pin.'

By dropping a pin in Google Maps, you're saving the GPS coordinates of that spot, making it easy to share with friends or family. No more vague directions – just provide them with the exact location and they'll be able to find you.

Whether you're trying to plan a meetup at a large park or give directions to a secluded camping spot, the pin drop dance is an easy way to get your point across. So next time you need to share a location, remember: there's no need for complicated instructions – just drop a pin and let Google Maps do the rest.

Pin drop dance