All Replies (4) 1 Make sure the status bar is checked in the View menu. 2 Make sure the Terrain layer is checked at the bottom of the Layers panel. Without that Google Earth is flat and you will see elev 0 everywhere. 3 If using Windows, make sure the bottom of the Google Earth window hasn’t slipped behind the Windows task bar.
Another common question is “How do I see elevation in Google Earth Pro?”.
The elevation should appear in the status bar at the bottom of the screen in Google Earth Pro along with the coordinates and date, if available. Make sure the status bar is checked in the View menu. Make sure the Terrain layer is checked at the bottom of the Layers panel. Without that Google Earth is flat and you will see elev 0 everywhere.
Another thing we asked ourselves was; how do I use the elevation profile tool?
The Elevation Profile tool allows you to create a path, and display its elevation profile. Additionally, Google Earth displays location elevation wherever your cursor is on the map. You can find the current cursor elevation in the lower right corner.
Why can’t I open Google Earth in Windows 10?
If using Windows, make sure the bottom of the Google Earth window hasn’t slipped behind the Windows task bar. If you maximise the Google Earth Window that should solve that problem. Our automated system analyzes replies to choose the one that’s most likely to answer the question.
What does the “elev” number mean on Google Maps?
The “elev” number is the one that shows you the elevation of the point you’ve browsed for. Of course, the basic location search can essentially tell you the height of the location you choose. However, you may want to see the profile of a particular path of a geographical location.