Creating a Google Map with JavaScript is straightforward, especially with the Google Maps JavaScript API. Here’s a step-by-step explanation:
How to Create a Google Map with JavaScript
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Set Up Your Project Create an HTML File: Start with a basic HTML structure. Include the Google Maps JavaScript API: You’ll need an API key from Google Cloud Platform. Include the script in your HTML file.
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Initialize the Map Create the initMap Function: This function sets up the map when the API is loaded. Specify the location and zoom level.
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Replace YOUR_API_KEY Go to the Google Cloud Platform and create a new project. Enable the Maps JavaScript API. Generate an API key and replace YOUR_API_KEY in the script tag.
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Test Your Map Open your HTML file in a web browser. You should see a map centered on the specified coordinates with a marker. Summary of Steps Set up your HTML structure and include the Google Maps API script. Create the initMap function to initialize the map and set its properties (center, zoom, etc.). Add markers or other features as needed. Test the map in a web browser. Additional Features Markers: Add multiple markers by creating additional google.maps.Marker instances. Events: Attach event listeners for user interactions (e.g., clicking on markers). Custom Styles: Use the Google Maps Styling Wizard to customize the map’s appearance.