How do I find a 3 word address?
First you’ll need to download the free what3words app. Go to the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and search for ‘what3words’. Or if you’re on a computer, go to map.what3words.com
Follow the steps below
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Open the what3words app and tap the ‘locate me’ icon to see your current location, or tap the ‘search’ icon and enter a street address or place, e.g., ‘Tobermory’.
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Tap the ‘grid’ icon to view the location in more detail and move the pin to select the precise location.
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Switch to satellite mode.
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You’ll see the 3 word address displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Navigate easily with a 3 word address
You may be given a 3 word address over the phone or on a printed invitation. You’ll also spot them on websites, and you can look them up in the what3words app.
You can use a 3 word address to find your way to any location, from a rural home to a precise spot on the beach for a picnic. Simply type the 3 word address into the what3words app, tap and choose a navigation app, such as Google Maps or Navmii, to get directions.
