How to Make Google Maps 3D on Android and iOS

Step 1: Open the Google Maps mobile app on your mobile device

Step 2: Click the search bar located at the top of the app

Tap on the search bar located at the top of the app to search for a location.

Step 3: Type the name of the place you want to see in 3D and click the ‘Search’ button

Type the name of the place you want to see in 3D in your mobile app and tap the ‘Search’ button at the bottom rightmost corner of the app.

Step 4: Click the ‘Layers’ Icon

The location is loaded in the Google Maps app. Click the Layers icon at the top right side of the app.

Step 5: Click the 3D icon under the Map details in the drop-up menu Opened

A drop-up menu opens from the bottom side of the app with map type and map details. Click 3D under the map details.

Step 6: Tap the close icon ‘X’ in the drop-up menu to close the drop-up menu

Tap the close icon ‘X’ at the top rightmost corner of the drop-up menu.

Step 7: Pinch with two fingers in the opposite direction to zoom in and view the structures in 3D.

Step 8: Google Maps is viewed in 3D mode on mobile devices successfully

Now the location is viewed in 3D mode on mobile devices using the Google Maps app.

Google Maps, a widely used web application and mobile application, offers a rich, interactive map with global coverage. By default, it presents geographical information in a 2-dimensional view. However, with the introduction of the 3D view feature, users can now explore places on Earth with real-world images derived from satellite imagery. This feature enhances the user experience by providing a realistic visualization of areas, including mountains, buildings, and other structures.