How to Add a Pin on Google Maps on a PC or Mac

Easily make a new pin marker on Google Maps

Written by Rain Kengly

Last Updated: July 22, 2024 Fact Checked

If you want to add and save pins on Google Maps, you'll need to log into your Google account. If you don't, you can only drop one pin at a time. All your saved pins can be found in the Maps menu. Here's how to add a pin on Google Maps on a PC or Mac.

Placing Pins on Google Maps

Sign into Google Maps in a web browser to save your dropped pins. Click an established landmark or location to mark it as a pin, or long-click an unestablished location. Click Save in the left panel to save the pin.

Steps

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Go to https://maps.google.com in a web browser. If you’re not already signed in to your Google account, sign in now by clicking Sign in at the top-right corner of the screen.
- If you don't sign into a Google account, you'll only be able to place one pin per session; you won't be able to save pins for future use.
- If you're a business owner, you can add your business using a Business Profile.^{[1]
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Find the location you want to pin. You can enter a nearby landmark and click and drag your screen to find the location.
- If you enter a specific address into the search bar, a pin will be created there automatically.
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Click on the location. If you click an established landmark, store, or other location, a pop-up menu will open on the left, and the dot will turn into a pin.
- If you want to pin a spot with no established locations, such as an empty road, long-press it. However, you'll only see the option to route there.
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Click Save to save the pin. You can find this in the Overview tab, underneath the location's picture (if available).
- To find your saved pins, click ☰ in the top-left corner. Click Saved.
- If you want to pin frequent routes, you'll need to use the Google Maps mobile app.^{[2]
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