How to download and install Google Earth for the Desktop

How to download and install Google Earth for the Desktop

No matter where you are, there must have been a time or there must be some aspirations right now, to travel the world. A few years ago, this process involved planning, booking tickets, and going on an adventure. But now, with the world fighting a pandemic, traveling has become a little more tricky and in some cases, a bigger hassle than anything else. Wouldn’t it be nice if there was some way to actually travel to your favorite place in the world, without really getting off your bed?

The first thought that may come to mind is Google Maps or Apple Maps. The map software has undergone so much evolution that you can now have a virtual tour of your favorite place, right inside your smartphone or PC, and the best part is, it doesn’t even cost a penny!!

If you own a Windows desktop and want to experience the wonderful Google Earth application, then this tutorial will show you step by step, how you can download and install Google Earth, and start your virtual adventures.

Step 1. Open the web browser on your Windows 11 PC/Laptop.

 

How to download and install Google Earth for the Desktop

 

Step 2. Head to the following link – Earth Versions – Google Earth

 

How to download and install Google Earth for the Desktop

 

Step 3. Click on the ‘Download Google Earth Pro for PC‘ button from the versions page of the Google Earth website.

 

Step 4. You will now see a window that displays the terms and conditions for downloading the software. Go through the same and when you are satisfied, click on the ‘Agree and Download‘ button to start the download process.

Once the software is installed, simply click on the installation file and follow the on-screen installation guide to properly install the Google Earth Pro software on your Windows 11 PC.

Now, if you are running Windows 10, the procedure remains the same, so you can follow the aforementioned steps and get the software on your PC/Laptop. Once the software is installed, you are ready to virtually travel the world and enjoy an immersive, enjoyable experience, without leaving the comfort of your home.