Which Version Is for You?

Before you use Google Earth, you have to download the software to your PC, which you do from earth.google.com. Google offers four different versions of Google Earth:

  • Google Earth (basic), the version for most users that lets you perform a variety of general mapping functions. This version is a free download.

  • Google Earth Plus, which can be purchased for $20. This version includes all the features of the basic version, and adds support for GPS devices (Magellan and Garmin units only), the ability to import spreadsheet data, a variety of drawing tools for annotation purposes, and high-resolution printing.

  • Google Earth Pro, designed for professional and commercial use. This version, which costs $400, includes ...

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