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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#467886" vlink="#96607D" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><b>How to Use what3words (w3w) with Aira<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>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.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>1. Prepare Your What3Words Address—or Ask Your Visual Interpreter to Find It<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>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<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>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.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>2. Tell the Interpreter You Are Using w3w<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>When you connect with an Interpreter, clearly state that you would like to use a what3words address. For example:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>· <i>"I have a what3words address for the specific door I need to find."</i><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>· <i>"Can you get the what3words for this entrance to my building and save it to my profile?"</i><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>3. Provide the Address and Context<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>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:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>· <b>Floor/Level:</b> Tell the VI if you are on the ground floor, a basement, or a specific level of a building.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>· <b>The Goal:</b> Explain what you are looking for (e.g., "This is the address for the guide dog relief area").<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>4. How the Interpreter Will Assist You<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>The VI has a dedicated what3words tool built into their Dashboard. Once you provide the words, they can:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>· <b>Pinpoint your location:</b> They will enter the words into their "Explore" tab to see your exact spot on their map.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>· <b>Navigate you to a specific square:</b> They can use the w3w grid to guide you precisely to a 3m x 3m area.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>· <b>Save addresses:</b> You can ask the VI to save important three-word addresses (like a specific drop-off point) in your <b>Explorer Profile notes</b>so they are available for future calls.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>5. Best Practices<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>· <b>Event Specifics:</b> 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.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> Jenine Stanley<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Customer Communications Team <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Producer and Host <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Airacast podcast <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://airacast.pinecast.co/">https://airacast.pinecast.co</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://calendar.app.google/KEdMcao2Rn44Z5Zc8">Schedule an appointment</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Aira Tech Corp.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:jenine.stanley@aira.io">jenine.stanley@aira.io</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Direct Dial: 1-614-600-7408<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Access is a human right. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Customer Care <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1-800-835-1934<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:support@aira.io">support@aira.io</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Learn more about visual interpreting at <a href="https://aira.io/">https://aira.io</a>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Learn about our new ASL app at:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://aira.io/asl">Https://aira.io/asl</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>