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How do I get Google Earth to work?
Drag the Google Earth icon from your Applications folder to your dock to create an alias (Mac). On a Windows OS, open the GoogleEarthSetup.exe file and click Run. When installed, Google Earth launches automatically. Create a shortcut to the program (Windows) for easy access.
How do you use Google Earth?
Navigate in Google Earth
- On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Earth app .
- Choose an action: To find a specific place: Tap Search. . Move around: Use one finger to touch and drag the screen. Zoom in and out: Pinch open to zoom in, pinch closed to zoom out.
Is there a paid Google Earth?
Google has just nixed the subscription fee for Google Earth Pro, dropping it from $400 a year to completely free. You’ll still need to get a key from Google to unlock the Pro features, but that’s a matter of filling out a quick form.
How do you move in Google Earth?
To move around:
- To move around with the mouse, click and drag directly on the map in any direction.
- To move around using the navigation controls, click and drag around the outer edge of the Move Joystick.
- You can also move around using the arrow keys on your keyboard—up (forward), down (backward), left, and right.
How do I move street view?
Explore Street View To look around in Street View, drag your finger on the screen or tap the compass. To move, tap the arrows or double-tap the image in the direction you want to go. To see a wider view and change to landscape mode, turn your device sideways.
Is Google Earth still free?
Google Earth Pro on desktop is free for users with advanced feature needs. Import and export GIS data, and go back in time with historical imagery.
Do companies pay for Google Maps?
Yes, Google Maps makes money. Maps generates revenue from two primary means: (1) local ads that businesses post in order to attract customers and (2) custom maps using APIs that businesses can use for a variety of reasons that Google charges a price for.