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How to Use what3words (w3w) with Aira

Visual Interpreters have many tools available to support an Explorer in
navigating to a destination. The what3words (w3w) system is especially
helpful when a location does not have a precise or reliable street address,
such as a specific park bench, a particular entrance to a large building, a
rideshare pickup spot, or a bus terminal entrance. When used appropriately,
w3w can make the final portion of navigation, often the last 100 feet, more
efficient and less ambiguous for many Explorers working with Aira Visual
Interpreters.

 

1. Prepare Your What3Words Address-or Ask Your Visual Interpreter to Find It

Before or during your call, you can open the what3words app on your device
to locate the three-word address for your current location or intended
destination. A what3words address appears in this format: ///word.word.word

If you prefer, you may also ask your Visual Interpreter to find the
what3words address using their Dashboard once you have arrived at your
desired location. Saving this address can make it quicker and easier to
return to the exact same spot on future calls.

2. Tell the Interpreter You Are Using w3w

When you connect with an Interpreter, clearly state that you would like to
use a what3words address. For example:

.         "I have a what3words address for the specific door I need to
find."

.         "Can you get the what3words for this entrance to my building and
save it to my profile?"

3. Provide the Address and Context

Provide the three words to the VI. Because w3w identifies a 10-foot square
but does not indicate altitude, be sure to provide the following context:

.         Floor/Level: Tell the VI if you are on the ground floor, a
basement, or a specific level of a building.

.         The Goal: Explain what you are looking for (e.g., "This is the
address for the guide dog relief area").

4. How the Interpreter Will Assist You

The VI has a dedicated what3words tool built into their Dashboard. Once you
provide the words, they can:

.         Pinpoint your location: They will enter the words into their
"Explore" tab to see your exact spot on their map.

.         Navigate you to a specific square: They can use the w3w grid to
guide you precisely to a 3m x 3m area.

.         Save addresses: You can ask the VI to save important three-word
addresses (like a specific drop-off point) in your Explorer Profile notesso
they are available for future calls.

5. Best Practices

.         Event Specifics: During large conventions (like NFB or ACB), use
w3w to help the VI find specific booths or dog relief areas that may not
have standard signage.

 

                                Jenine Stanley

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