You can load KML (with points, lines, polygons, etc.) either directly on Google Maps website or via the Google Maps API. Google Maps supports KML via the Google Maps API. See related links below for details. The classic Google Maps interface supports KML via the search query. Just enter a URL to a KML file in search box and Google Maps will load the KML and render on the map, but this only works in the classic Google Maps interface.
Sitepoint has a very easy to read tutorial for using Google maps API and also explains all the valuable uses for it today in the work place and in our personal lives.
Google clearly spells out what you can and cannot do with their products including Google Maps. Since maps and imagery change all the time, Google prefers websites link to an interactive Google Maps via the Google Maps API but there are instances where screenshots to Google Maps imagery is allowed given the rules are followed. For details check out the Google Maps and Google Earth permissions tool.
You can embed Google Maps into a web page of your choosing using HTML and the Google Maps JavaScript API. Google provides code-examples that you can cut-and-paste in your HTML pages and step-by-step tutorials to create your own custom Google Maps. See related link below for details.
On June 14, 2006 Google Maps was first launched, but it wasn't until 2007 that it was launched for mobile. Today, this site attracts millions of people looking to find routes to their next ideal location. Google Maps was first announced on February 8, 2005 and in June 2005, Google released the Google Maps API.
there is no code for that, however when you are familiar with the google maps API you can send the required values to get its location.
Google Chart API was created in 2007.
Note Google Maps is implemented with the front-end client interface and API as well as the backend server components and database. In 2004 Google Maps was first implemented as a C++ program. The front-end client interface and API are implemented in JavaScript so it can run in a web browser.Note that there are different implements of Google Maps including the standard web site for web browsers from desktop and some mobile devices, but also the native apps for some mobile devices such as iPhone which would typically be written in C++.
An API, is an Application Process Interface. Google Earth's API allows the embedding of Google Earth onto a webpage. Google Earth is used by millions everyday.
It is 3.494 miles according to Google Maps.
The API key is used for accessing the application program interface. There are various functions that can be performed using the API key. The key should be kept confidential and hence, it should be saved in a safe place. The API key can be found in the “Api Access” area of the control panel.
To get your WordPress API key, you have to be registered at WordPress.com. You will need to log in and go to your dashboard and select profile. From there you will want to select Personal Settings. On your Personal Settings page is where you will locate your WordPress API key. This key will be located near the top of the page in the sentence that reads "Your WordPress.com API key is: xxxxxxxxxxxx. Don't share your API key, it's like a password." The x's is your API key.