How to use Google Street View

Step 1
Open your web browser to google.com. Click on "Maps" in the upper left hand corner.

Step 2
Click on "Street View" in the next page. Select the city you would like to visit using Street View by clicking on the appropriate camera icon. A balloon opens that says "Zoom In to Select a Street View Location." Click on the link within the balloon.

Step 3
Use the arrow keys in the upper left corner of the map to help navigate to the street you would like to view. You can also use the zoom in/out bar to help you find the spot on the map. Either click on the location you would like to view or drag the "Yellow Man" icon and drop him on the location.

Step 4
Wait for the Google Street View image to clear. You can use the arrow keys in the upper left corner of the Street View image to give yourself a 360-degree view of the location. You can also use the zoom in/out bar to get a closer look at the location.

Step 5
Enlarge the image by clicking on the "Full Screen" link in the upper right corner of the screen. Click the "-" sign to reduce the image again.

If you are still having difficulties try these instructions

Google Street View has eye on Victoria

December 2nd 2009

Times Colonist article
Google Street View finally goes Live for Victoria BC

This is now another valuable tool for puchasers of homes for sale in Victoria and elsewhere. With the instructions above you can veiw your neighbourhood and the surrounding area.

We have it implemented currently on our sold listings here

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