How to Drop a Pin in Google Maps

How-To Geek

By Ben Stockton

Updated Nov 28, 2023

Dropping a pin in Google Maps allows you to quickly save a new location or find directions to it.

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Drop a pin on a location in Google Maps to easily find it again, even if it's not a well-known place. Use the search bar or manually select a location on the map.
On Windows or Mac, open the Google Maps website and sign in to drop a pin automatically by searching, or manually drop a pin by selecting a location on the map.
On Android, iPhone, or iPad, open the Google Maps app and drop a pin by searching or manually selecting a location on the map. Pin will appear with additional options and information.