Google Maps Reviews now Supporting Hashtags for Easier Search
With the new update
of Google Maps, Google seems to have secretly added support for hashtags in
Google Maps to make it easier for Android users to locate the places they
frequently search for.
According to a new report, Google has stated that the new
feature of tagging locations using hashtags was added to its Google Maps over a
week ago on Android. As of now, it has allegedly been announced to the Local
Guides program members of Google Maps.
Google Maps is seemingly letting its Android users add up to
five hashtags at the ending of their reviews. Also, users can add hashtags to
their older reviews. Well now, there is no clear information on when this
hashtag support will arrive on the Google Maps for iOS or the Web.
As stated
by a TechCrunch report, Google Maps now supports hashtags in
reviews with an intention to make it easier for Google Maps users to look for
#dinnernight spots or #wheelchairaccessible places, or #familyfriendly
businesses and many more.
As mentioned in the hashtags, the platform is going to suggest
the users add up to five hashtags in every Google Maps review. Google has
reportedly verified that the support for hashtags has been released globally
but only on Android devices for now.
Google has reportedly recommended particular hashtags for a
choice of places as wide-ranging hashtags like “#food” or “#love” will not be
constructive. For instance, one can use #goodforselfies for locations with a
good view, #vegetarian for some good restaurants, #wheelchairaccessible for
areas that provide a wheelchair ramp, and many more things.
The most recent feature in Google Maps appears as yet another
addition to the surplus of recent additions to the navigation platform. Also,
the Google Maps app recently got a new messaging feature for chatting with
businesses, whereas the last update to Google Maps had released a new Follow
button that helps users to be updated on the events, news, and other updates
from their preferred businesses.
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