google map
map view
a representation of an area including streets, parks, buildings, and bodies of water
search text box
allows users to search for detailed information about locations
panel
displays textual information and links regarding the searched information
destination
ending point for directions
marker
icon that is placed on a map to indicate a specific location
street view
image of a location taken from the point of view of a person standing on the sidewalk
custom map
map saved by google user to his or her account
satellite view
satellite image of an area
benefits of google maps
simple to use, multiple destinations , travel type, traffic conditions, road closures , photos of area and landmarks