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How to Use Google Maps


The Change to Google Maps
Moving around the maps
Changing the scale of the maps
Changing from Street Map to Satellite Image

The Change to Google Maps

All maps on this web site have been converted from static images to interactive "Google Maps". Web site readers will now be able to manipulate the map to areas beyond that displayed and to change the scale of the map. Satellite view instead of street map is also possible.

This change will make it a lot easier for you to find your way to the adress of a function.

From now on, when you click on a map link, you will be taken to a map like this:-



In all the maps, the point of interest will be indicated by a blue marker
If you click on this marker you will see a bit of information about the spot and the option, among other things, for getting directions to go to the spot. To do so, click on "To Here", enter your address (or other point of origin) and click "Go". You will be taken to a new web page with detailed driving directions on the left and a map on the right with the route marked.

Moving around the maps

You can move the map around to show parts that are beyond the visible edges by one of two ways.
  1. When the mouse pointer is over the map it should turn into an image of a hand. Hold down the left mouse button and drag the pointer around. The map will move around with the pointer.
  2. In the top left corner are navigation buttons. Click on the various arrows to move in the direction indicated.
Changing the scale of the map

Click on the + or - buttons in the top left corner to make the scale of the map larger or smaller.

Changing from Street Map to Satellite Image

In the top right corner of the maps you can click on the "Sat" button to show you a satellite image of the area. Click on the "Map" button to return to street map view.
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