using what3words in Google Maps: How to make it work

Among the numerous map providers, what3words stands out thanks to its innovative concept. If you want to use the tool together with Google Maps, that is also possible. We help with that.

Three words in Google Maps: Thanks to browser extension, it's possible.

The three-word addresses of what3words are so popular for a reason. Nevertheless, Google Maps is the undisputed market leader. The combination of both services is therefore obvious.

How to use the system of what3words in Google Maps

By default, however, Google Maps is not able to do this. A small browser extension provides a remedy:

• For Chrome and other Chromium browsers such as Microsoft Edge, install this tool from the Chrome Web Store.
• Firefox users grab this extension.

After installation, the application is quite simple: open Google Maps in the browser and enter a three-word address - thanks to the extension, Maps will now find it.