Creating and Managing Personal Maps on Google My Maps for Plumbing Services in Melbourne

To create a personal map on Google My Maps, follow these steps: Firstly, go to the Google My Maps website ([https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1qEAdA3rqfA-vS246eXE9--UJYSB7xxxk](https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1qEAdA3rqfA-vS246eXE9--UJYSB7xxxk)).

1. First, click on the "Create a map" button and select "My Maps".
2. In the "My Maps" pane, click on the "+" icon to create a new map. Select "Web Map Editor" as the map type.
3. To customize your map, you can add markers, polylines, and other shapes using various tools provided by Google My Maps.

Once you have created your map, you can use it to mark specific areas for plumbing services in Melbourne. For example, you can create a marker for a specific street or address where the plumbers need to visit.

Adding Custom Icons and Labels

Google My Maps allows you to add custom icons and labels to your markers. This is useful when you want to distinguish between different types of locations or services offered by the plumber (e.g., residential, commercial, or emergency).

1. To add a custom icon, click on the marker and select "Edit" > "Custom Icon".
2. Upload your own image file as the icon. You can also use Google's built-in icons if available.
3. To add a label to your marker, click on the marker and select "Edit" > "Labels".
4. Add your desired labels by typing in the label name and selecting the font style.