Overview:
Improve the search experience by providing users with a visual representation of nearby places on the map. Currently, when searching for a specific place like McDonald's, the app displays a list of locations with their distances. However, it would be helpful to have the option to view these locations directly on the map, allowing users to assess their proximity to specific streets or areas.
Benefits:
Enhanced Decision-Making: Visualizing nearby places on the map provides users with a better understanding of their geographic distribution and allows them to evaluate which location is most convenient based on its proximity to streets or landmarks.
Improved Contextual Awareness: By displaying the locations on the map, users gain a better understanding of the surrounding area, enabling them to make informed decisions based on their familiarity with specific streets or neighborhoods.
Efficient Exploration: Users can easily explore and compare nearby locations visually, making it easier to identify the most suitable option.
Implementation:
When users search for a specific place, such as McDonald's, provide a toggle button or icon labeled "View on Map" alongside the existing list view.
Upon selecting the "View on Map" option, the app transitions to a map view, centered on the user's current location, with pins or markers representing the nearby McDonald's locations.
Each marker should display essential information such as the name of the location, distance from the user's current location, and street name (if available) when tapped.
Users can interact with the map to zoom in/out, pan, and explore the different locations at their convenience.
Tapping on a specific marker should provide additional details about the location and options for navigation or contacting the place directly.
By introducing this feature, users can easily visualize and compare nearby places on the map, empowering them to make more informed decisions based on their preferences, the proximity to specific streets, and their overall familiarity with the area.