What is the correct way to write a what3words address?
A what3words address is designed to be easy to read, write, say, and be recognised by computer systems. It comprises of three forward slashes with no spaces, followed by the three words in lowercase, each separated by a dot with no spaces.
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You're not allowed to know what word lists W3W use. They take a paternalistic attitude to creating their lists - they know best. You cannot propose changes. Anecdotally, their non-English word lists are confusing even for native speakers.
If you're given a what3words location, you can open it in the what3words app, then tap 'Navigate' and select 'Google Maps' to open the exact location in Google Maps and get directions.
what3words addresses are as accurate as GPS coordinates, but they are easier to remember, and quicker to say over the phone, or enter into a device by voice or text.
what3words is free for anyone to use via our app and online map. We make money by charging some businesses that benefit commercially from using our products.
If you're on a computer, click Add destination below the first destination.Type in the name of the new location.Add a third location.Tap or click into the text box and type in the name of another place you wish to add.