} border: 1px solid black; #my-map { /* Add some basic styling to the map */

Creating Custom Maps with Google My Maps

Have you ever wanted to create a custom map for personal or professional use? With Google My Maps, you can do just that!

To get started, click on the "My Maps" button in the top right corner of any Google Maps page and select "Create new map".

Once your map is created, you can start customizing it by adding markers, shapes, and other overlays.

You can also use your imagination to create a wide range of custom maps, from simple to complex.

Using the My Maps API

The Google My Maps API allows you to create custom maps and add custom functionality to them. To access the API, follow these steps:

Learn more about the My Maps API
Click on the "APIs & Features" tab in your Google My Maps account and enable the "My Maps API"
Congratulations, you now have access to the My Maps API!

Check out this user-made map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1Tr_67pjwuY3G_9ZJzJAtXhlgJ-syu6kW

This map is created using the My Maps API and shows off some great features, such as custom shapes and overlays.