You may not think twice about tools like Google Maps or Street View, but they offer more than just convenient directions. They also provide a detailed look at your home—your front door, yard, driveway ...

Google Street View is handy when you’re checking out an Airbnb, searching for your doctor’s office or moving to a new place and trying to get a lay of the land. Just drop that little gold guy right on ...

Google Maps can help plan your entire trip for you and beyond if you're hip to all these time-saving shortcuts.