LatLong Crosshairs for Google Maps
Introduction
The Canadensys LatLong Crosshairs allows you to get the coordinates for any point in Google Maps. We think it is easier to use and more precise than Google’s own LatLngTooltip and LatLngMarker.
How to install
To install, drag this link: LatLong Crosshairs up to your bookmarks toolbar. The bookmarklet does not work in Internet Explorer (last time we tested).
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How to use
- Open Google Maps and click the bookmarklet to activate the crosshairs.
- Zoom in and drag the map around to move the crosshairs to the point of interest.
- Click the crosshairs to get the latitude and longitude.
- Click the bookmarklet again to deactivate the crosshairs.
