Google Maps Custom Labels

Google Maps allows custom labels on addresses.

How to get from:
to:

you ask?

Just type "(your text here)" after the address, like this:
Voila!

I stumbled upon a this feature just the other day. It really comes in handy when you're trying to display apartment numbers (Google doesn't do well with apartment #'s otherwise), or even the phone number of the place you're going to. I used to type these details into the "Notes" section, but have found this new method to be more appropriate for certain things.

Also, for the resourceful software developer, you can add your "(custom text)" via the Google Maps URL (example). If you develop software for businesses that use driving directions, I recommend Google Maps. Sure, Rand McNally may be a little better for routing and sometimes has addresses that Google doesn't have, but it's so much clunkier and more difficult to use.

It's all about Google Maps.

Have any other Google Maps tips? Please share in the comments.

Now you know,
Garrett Woodroof