What does P mean on old maps?

P. Paling, Passage, Pavement, Pillar, Plug, Pool, Pump. P. Parade, Pass, Passage, Path, Place, Precinct, Promenade.
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What does P stand for on Apple Maps?

This appears as a new menu option when you tap the blue dot, and will place a “P” icon on the map so you can find your way back to your spot. While remembering your parking location is something Apple Maps has done since the launch of iOS 10, Google's implementation is a bit more robust.
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What do letters on a map mean?

The system divides the map into squares. Each square is labelled with two letters. The first letter refers to squares that are 500 km by 500 km. Those squares are outlined in dark grey on the map to the right. Only four of these have alot of land area in Great Britain: S, T, N and H.
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What are the 5 map symbols?

Let's get started!
  • Title. It may seem a simple place to start, but every map needs a title. ...
  • Map Scale. To put the information of the map into context, cartographers must add a map scale. ...
  • Map Key (Map Legend) ...
  • Compass Rose. ...
  • Latitude and Longitude.
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Does Apple Maps have a legend?

There are a large number of colors, symbols and icons used in Apple maps. The meaning of many of them are obvious, but the meaning of many are not. No map is complete without a key or legend.
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How Old Maps Got Things Wrong



Is there a legend for the Apple Maps?

' in the bottom left of the map. A new screen appears. You then have to select the tab 'Legend' in the bottom of the screen. You can also view the Legend via Menu > More by selecting the tab 'Legend' in the bottom.
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How do I get satellite view on iPhone Maps?

How to Switch to Satellite View in Apple Maps on the iPhone
  1. Open the Maps app.
  2. Tap on the information icon (the lowercase i) at the upper right of your display.
  3. Tap Satellite.
  4. Tap the x to exit Maps Settings and return to full screen.
  5. Now, instead of an animated map, you'll see one created from satellite photography.
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When was the last Apple Maps picture taken?

Unless otherwise noted, all screenshots of Apple's old map were taken between September 10, 2018 and September 17, 2018.
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Which is better Google Maps or Apple Maps?

Google Maps is the clear winner for the amount of data present and available. It sources its vast collection of information gathered from businesses, websites, users, and more. Apple Maps has a lot of data too, but even if it uses crowdsourced data similar to Google, it isn't sourcing from as many locations.
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Can I see a live view of an address?

Google Maps offers two views for walking navigation: the 2D map and Live View. With Live View, you get directions placed in the real world and on a mini map at the bottom of your screen. You can use Live View navigation during the walking portion of any type of trip.
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How do I read Apple Maps?

Do one of the following:
  1. Say something like “Hey Siri, give me driving directions home.” Learn how to ask Siri.
  2. Tap your destination (such as a search result in Maps or a landmark on a map), or touch and hold anywhere on the map, then tap the directions button.
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What does a black line mean on Apple Maps?

Answer: A: They indicate traffic conditions Here is a link to a Apple page that explains that (it is for Mojave but maps are maps) - Show traffic conditions in Maps on Mac - Apple Support. Get traffic and other info in Maps on iPhone - Apple Support. Posted on Mar 22, 2019 6:45 PM. View answer in context.
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What do GREY dots mean on Google Maps?

The gray dotted line is for you to figure out the rest of the path on your own. Happens frequently when a parking lot or some other campus is huge and Google knows where the actual building is but not how to get to it.
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What is the red line on Apple Maps?

Orange indicates slowdowns, and red indicates stop-and-go traffic. A marker appears anywhere there's a traffic incident. To get more information about a traffic incident, click a marker on the map.
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What is the red dotted line on Apple Maps?

Roads highlighted with an orange dashed line indicates that there is some traffic, while a red dashed line indicates severe traffic on the route. Symbols show the location of roadworks and road or lane closures as well.
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What is Apple map called?

Apple Maps is a web mapping service developed by Apple Inc. The default map system of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS, it provides directions and estimated times of arrival for driving, walking, cycling, and public transportation navigation.
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What do yellow roads mean on Maps?

In Map View, orange, yellow, and white differentiate types of roads. Orange indicates interstate highways. Yellow indicates state highways and county parkways. White indicates local and private streets.
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What is yellow line in Apple Maps?

Yellow means slow downs and red means traffic jams.
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What does a yellow line mean in Maps?

Yellow lines on the map mean traffic is moving faster, from 25 to 50 miles per hour, while green lines mean traffic is zipping along at 50 miles per hour or more. If you see gray lines, that means there's no traffic information available at the time and a red-black line refers to extremely slow or stopped traffic.
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Can you update Apple Maps?

There is no way to update the Apple Maps data on your device manually. The data or maps that the Apple Map app pulls from is stored online, and the app retrieves the most current version of those maps each time you use the app.
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How do you go back in time on Apple Maps?

Here's how:
  1. Open the Apple Maps app.
  2. Type in the address or business name of your intended destination.
  3. Tap Directions.
  4. Select the correct mode of transportation.
  5. Tap Leaving Now.
  6. Tap Leave At.
  7. Select your preferred departure date and time.
  8. You can also select Leave Now to reset back to the current date and time.
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Can satellites see inside your house?

NOAA satellites have the capability to provide astounding views of the Earth. But many people want to know if these satellites can see their house, or even through their roofs and walls to the people inside. The answer is: no.
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How do you look inside someone's house?

See inside buildings with indoor maps
  1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Maps app .
  2. At the top, tap the search box and type a place's name or an address.
  3. At the bottom, tap the place name or address.
  4. Scroll until you see photos and tap on a 360 photo. ...
  5. To see more photos of this location, tap Photos.
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Is there a real time Google Earth?

You can see a large collection of imagery in Google Earth, including satellite, aerial, 3D, and Street View images. Images are collected over time from providers and platforms. Images aren't in real time, so you won't see live changes.
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