Just like a key to a door, the key helps you to unlock the information stored in the colours and symbols on a map. You must understand how the key relates to the map before you can unlock the ...

Symbols show important landmarks, places and areas. They are used because maps are usually too small to contain lots of writing A key is a guide which explains what the symbols on the map mean.

Get a comprehensive overview of Google Maps symbols and icons, their meanings, and how to use them effectively in this ...