Google Maps Tests New Sidebar Navigation

Nov 23, 2022 - 7:51 am 0 by
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Google is testing a new thin sidebar navigation on the left side of the maps interface. The sidebar has the Google Maps pin icon, then the explore tab, then trips, saved places, contribute and a more icon.

This was spotted by Punit on Twitter and Mastodon where he posted a video of this new sidebar in action. Here is a screenshot followed by his videocast:

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I personally do not see this interface yet but I am a fan of thin sidebar navigation. :)

Forum discussion at Twitter and Mastodon.

Update: Here is another variation:

Update 2: Here is another video of it:

 

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