New features in GOOGLE MAPS

Google Maps Labs is a testing ground for experimental features that aren't quite ready for primetime. They may change, break or disappear at any time.

If such a feature breaks, and you're having trouble loading Maps, use this escape hatch:http://maps.google.co.in/maps?ftr=0.

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  Distance Measurement Tool

  Adam S, Andrey S, James M, Seth L

  Measure the distance of a path on the Earth
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  Short URL

  Ben A, Holly D

  Shorten the Maps "Link" to be a more compact URL.
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  Show Me Here!

  Cornelius Q

  Adds an option to the context menu that lets you zoom directly to the maximum zoom level at the point under the cursor.
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  Drag 'n' Zoom

  Dave D

  Zooming in on a specific part of the map is now fast and easy. Simply click the Drag 'n' Zoom button, draw a box on the map and zoom! You're there!