Accessible for barrier-free navigation that Google Maps is easy to pass even by wheelchair and stroller

BySteve Johnson

The mode to display the result considering the case of using the wheelchair when showing the route to the destination was functioned in Google Maps

Introducing "wheelchair accessible" routes in transit navigation
https://www.blog.google/products/maps/introducing-wheelchair-accessible-routes-transit-navigation/

This function is already available on the PC (browser) version and the application version of Google Maps, and it is said that the corresponding area will be gradually expanded from major metropolitan areas around the world. For Google Maps for iOS, after choosing a route after searching for a route, if you tap "Options" ......


At the bottom of the route option you can see that the item "wheelchair compatible" has been added.


When you return to the search result, the route considering the wheelchair will be displayed. Please note that this correspondence information reflects the situation that Google confirmed based on the user's information posted on Google Maps, but in some cases the case where the situation for wheelchair correspondence is not completely reflected There also seems to be.


It is said that the route to the destination after getting off the train is also considering the wheelchair.


Of course this feature can also be used on Google Maps for Android. However, it may not be displayed if the version of the application is old, so it is better to check in advance.


Also, when you access Google Maps from PC browser, you can use the same function as well.


◆ To post barrier-free information
Users can also post barrier-free information on their own. Choose 'My posts' from the menu icon in the upper left corner of the application or browser version of Google Maps ......


Select "Provide missing information".


Then, the "+" icon is displayed in the place where the information is insufficient, so if you tap one of them ... ...


Items such as "Do you have a barrier-free facility?" Are displayed, so if you answer about what you actually are grasping yourself, it will be useful to those who use this place in the future.