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How To Use Google Maps - Navigating Google Maps

By Daniel Nations, About.com

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How To Use Google Maps - Keyboard Shortcuts

Google Maps Keyboard Shortcuts

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Google Maps can also be navigated by using keyboard shortcuts to move the map and zoom in and out.

To move north, use the up arrow key to move a small amount or the page up key to move a larger amount.

To move south, use the down arrow key to move a small amount or the page down key to move a larger amount.

To move west, use the left arrow key to move a small amount or the home key to move a larger amount.

To move east, use the right arrow key to move a small amount or the end key to move a larger amount.

To zoom in, use the plus key. To zoom out, use the minus key.

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