Creating and Customizing Maps on Google My Maps

Google My Maps is a powerful tool for creating custom maps, allowing users to add markers, shapes, and labels to their maps. This article will discuss the basics of creating and customizing maps on Google My Maps.

Creating a New Map

To create a new map, users can click on the "+" button in the top right corner of their map. This will open a dialog box where they can choose from various options such as map style, theme, and language.

Map Style Options

Adding a New Marker

Once the map is created, users can add new markers by clicking on the "+" button in the top right corner of the map. They can then select from various marker options such as location, size, and color.

Marker Options

Customizing Map Layout

Users can customize the map layout by dragging and dropping markers or shapes. They can also adjust the zoom level, pan, and rotate buttons to suit their needs.

Map Layout Options

Adding a New Shape

To add a new shape, users can click on the "+" button in the top right corner of their map. They can then select from various shape options such as polygons, circles, and lines.

Shape Options

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