The Art of Customizing Google My Maps
Create a unique visual experience with your own custom map. Learn how to create and share it with others.
What is Google My Maps?
Google My Maps is an extension for the Google Earth app that allows users to customize their maps with various layers, styles, and markers. It's a powerful tool for marketers, researchers, and anyone looking to visualize complex information on a map.
You can create custom maps by adding new data sources, such as images, videos, or CSV files, which are then layered onto your existing map. You can also use the built-in layers, including markers, polylines, and polygons.
Customizing Your Map
To customize your map, you'll need to create a new data source by following these steps:
1. Open Google My Maps and click on "File" > "New Map"
2. Choose the type of layer you want to add (e.g., image, video, or CSV file)
3. Upload your data source to Google Drive or another cloud storage service
4. Customize your map by adding layers, shapes, and markers
Sharing Your Custom Map
Once you've created and customized your map, you can share it with others in a few ways:
1. Email: You can share the link to your custom map via email.
2. Embed on a website: Copy the HTML code provided by Google My Maps, which will embed your map directly into your website.
Want to see more examples of custom maps? Check out this list of tutorials and resources:
https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1sRrBOr-NUHrHi_TK6dxssz-a_XrGsH8P