The Yandex company provides its users with a number of Internet services that simplify life. These include interactive maps of the area. We will figure out how to use Yandex.Maps and consider the main functions of this service.
Where can I download?
To begin with, for the comfortable use of the service on mobile devices, it is recommended to download a proprietary application. It can be downloaded for free from the Play Market or App Store, depending on the operating system.
If you take personal computers or laptops into account, then it is convenient to use cards through any browser. To do this, just open the official website and go to the section with maps. Now let's move on to the description of the functional. Including we will analyze how to rotate a card in Yandex.Maps.
Main functions
If the option of determining location is enabled on your device or browser, then in the window you will see the point where you are located. At the top of the window is a search bar. In it, you can enter the names of streets, houses, institutions, attractions and so on. When searching, the service uses the standard Yandex search.
Next to this is a route build button. By clicking on it, you can select the type of transport (car, public transport, motor transport, on foot) and specify the start / end point. You can compose complex paths using several intermediate points.
The following are additional features. These include, for example, the display of traffic jams, the inclusion of a panorama of the area where it is available, and the allocation of parking lots. You can also change the display scheme: scheme, satellite or hybrid.
The last block with functions contains a ruler, a tool for printing and an additional menu. If you open the menu, then you can access the metro and the "people's map". Using the latter option, you can independently supplement the terrain drawing with other users.
Card management
To zoom in, just scroll the mouse wheel in the right direction. You can also use the “+” and “-” buttons on the right side of the screen. There is also a button to go to your location. To rotate the map in Yandex.Maps on the phone, you must first set the route. By default, the north side is at the top. You can rotate the image with two fingers at the same time. To return to the starting position, you need to press the compass button. In this case, the location will be fixed.