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Google Maps users looking to get more out of the app can grab some free advice from Google itself.

A new page dubbed “10 ways to make your Google Maps for iPhone experience even better” reveals several handy features that you may not know existed.

Tip 1: To place a pin on a map, press down and hold any location. The pin reveals the specific address and displays an info sheet with an option to share that location.

Tip 2: To access Street View, press and hold any location on the map and then tap on the info sheet. If the location is Street View-enabled, you can tap on an image to switch to that mode.

Tip 3: Shaking your phone lets you send feedback about the app to Google.

Tip 4: Swiping right or left on the info sheet can conjure up addition directions if you’re trying to get to a specific location.

Tip 5: Tapping the three dots in the lower right corner lets you switch among various views, including traffic, public transit, satellite, and even Google Earth.

Tip 6: While traveling or mapping out a trip, you can peek at the next route by swiping the top bar to the left.

Tip 7: You can zoom in and out with a single finger by double-tapping a location, holding the second tap, and then dragging your finger up or down.

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