Google Maps

Modified on Mon, 30 Dec, 2024 at 4:47 PM

The Google Maps skill helps you explore maps, find locations, and get directions to specific places. It’s useful for navigating, planning trips, or discovering nearby points of interest.

How It Works

You provide the skill with a location, address, or query (e.g., "restaurants near me"), and it retrieves detailed map information, including directions, routes, and nearby attractions.

Input

Output

Location or query: A specific address, place name, or type of location you’re looking for.
Optional starting point: If you want directions, you can provide a starting location.

A map or directions related to your query, including:

The location on the map.
Driving, walking, or public transit directions.
Nearby points of interest (if relevant).

When to Use It

To find directions to a specific place.
To explore nearby attractions, restaurants, or businesses.
To plan travel routes or commute options.

Example

Related Skills

Google Places Search: Find detailed information about locations before mapping them.
Google News: Search for news or events happening in specific locations.
Doc Maker: Document travel routes or itineraries.
Web Browser: Visit map links for detailed exploration.

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