The Art of Creating and Sharing Custom Maps on Google My Maps

Create and share custom maps on Google My Maps with ease, leveraging its versatility to visualize complex data and create engaging visualizations.

Getting Started

To get started, simply select the "My Maps" option in the Google My Maps editor. This will open a new map where you can add markers, shapes, and other elements to customize your map.

Google My Maps Editor

Next, choose the type of data you want to display on your map by selecting from options such as points, lines, polylines, polygons, and more.

Customizing Your Map

Once you've added your data, customize it further using various tools available in the Google My Maps editor. You can add labels, titles, and descriptions to make your map informative and engaging.

Customizing a Marker on Google My Maps

To share your custom map with others, select the "Share" option from the menu in the top-right corner. You can choose to send the link via email or embed it directly into your website.

Sharing and Embedding

Once you've shared your custom map, you can share links to the Google My Maps viewer by clicking on the "Share" button in the top-right corner. Alternatively, you can use the URL provided in the Google My Maps editor to embed the map directly into your website or online platform.

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