What3word Signs: What are They and How Do They Work?
If you haven't heard of what3words, where have you been? This clever location tool splits the entire world into pinpoint 3-meter squares, each with a unique three-word address - far more accurate than a street name or postcode.
What3words is a handy tool to give an exact location. When we say exact, we’re talking almost pinpoint locations, which are far more accurate than a simple road name or address.
Over the last few months, we’ve seen an increasing number of what3words location sign orders come into our bespoke sign workshop, so we’re taking a look to understand more about how what3words works and its uses in everyday life.
How Does What3words Work?
The whole of the UK and the world is split into 3-meter squares. Each 3-meter square has an associated 3-word address, for example ///indoor.myself.rather is the 3-meter square directly outside of the prime minister's home at number 10, Downing Street.
How Can What3words Signs Be Used?
Use this text to share information about your brand with your customers. Describe a product, share announcements, or welcome customers to your store.
Imagine this scenario, you’re out enjoying a hike in the picturesque Cotswold countryside when one of your hiking party falls over resulting in a serious injury. The first thing you might think to do is call an ambulance, but now you’ve got to guide them to your remote location. Ah, here you might have a problem. You might say you're a couple of miles north of the nearest village, or maybe near a large oak tree with a footpath sign near it, either way, it isn’t very clear. This is where what3words comes into its own, allowing you to give a 3-word address over the phone which is recognised by the UK emergency services, which will direct them to your exact location. It couldn’t be more straightforward and could result in crucial time saved for both the paramedics and the person in need of treatment.
Whether you want to direct customers to your shop on a high street, or a specific stall on a large fair, what3words can help customers find you wherever you are.
A great example is being at a crowded music festival, or even at a popular beach with your family or friends in the height of Summer. Maybe your other half has gone to buy some drinks, when all of a sudden, they can’t remember where you’re situated on the beach. Surrounded by hundreds of mini umbrellas, tents, and beach towels, what3words makes it easy to find an exact spot, wherever you may be.
Whether it’s the position of a proposal, where you first met your better half, or where you’ve hidden some buried treasure, what3words is often used to remember the most special moments we hold closest to our hearts.
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From Botswana to Saudi Arabia, we love making and sending out new What3words signs every day! Whether you’re looking to help people find your shop, place a marker to help others in the event of an emergency, or remember a treasured moment, we love creating your bespoke What3words signs.
