Google Maps. Google Maps (Google maps)

To observe the Earth's surface for free and view satellite images online, you can use several applications. In Russia, two of them are most popular: Google Maps and Yandex Maps. Both services boast good quality satellite images high resolution most countries.

Yandex maps is an online application from Russian developers, so Russian cities are more accurately detailed in it. It has built-in functionality for viewing traffic load data (large settlements), demographic and geodata. Google maps contain no less high-quality satellite images of the territory of the Russian Federation, but data on land plots and traffic are available only for the USA.

View a map of Planet Earth from satellite online

Below you can see the Google map built into the site. For more stable operation of the plugin, we recommend using a browser Google Chrome. If you see an error message, please update the specified plugin and then reload the page.

Watch Google Earth from satellite, in real time online:

Another advantage of Google Maps is the presence of a client application for working with satellite images. This means that the service can be accessed not only through a browser, but also through a pre-downloaded program. There's a lot in it more possibilities for viewing and studying satellite images, working with a three-dimensional virtual globe.

A 3D satellite map from Google (a downloadable application, not an online version) allows you to:

use a quick search for the desired objects by name or coordinates;
take screenshots and record videos High Quality;
work offline (preliminary synchronization via the Internet is required);
use a flight simulator for more convenient movement between objects;
save “favorite places” to quickly move between them;
view not only the Earth's surface, but also images of other celestial bodies (Mars, Moon, etc.).

You can work with Google satellite maps through a client application or browser. A plugin is available on the official page of the program that allows you to use an interactive map on any web resource. It is enough to embed its address in the site’s program code. You can select either the entire surface or specific area(you will have to enter the coordinates). Control - using a computer mouse and keyboard (ctrl+mouse wheel for zooming, cursor for moving) or using the icons indicated on the map (“plus” - zoom in, “minus” - zoom out, move with the cursor).

The Google Earth service in real time allows you to work with several types of maps, each of which reflects certain data on satellite images. It’s convenient to switch between them “without losing progress” (the program remembers where you “were”). Available viewing modes:

landscape map from satellite (geographical objects, features of the Earth's surface);
physical map(detailed satellite images of the surface, cities, streets, their names);
schematic geographic map for a more accurate study of surface images.

The satellite image is automatically loaded at the point of approach, so a stable Internet connection is required for operation. To use Google Earth offline, you need to download the application for Windows or another operating system. Its operation also requires the Internet, but only for the first launch, after which the program synchronizes all the necessary data (satellite images of the surface, 3D models of buildings, names of geographical and other objects) after which it will be possible to work with the received data without direct access to the Internet.

Two Google Maps - diagram and satellite

Hello, dear friends of the portal site!

Two Google Maps (Scheme and Satellite), which can be used to compare any object in any city (street, house) and country in the world. Visibility of a geographical object on the map and view from space (Google satellite map), street panorama (drag the orange man onto the diagram)

Just type the required address in the Google Maps search form. This could be the name of a country, city, street. For a more accurate search, we recommend combining your Google query

Example: Moscow Tverskaya 11, or another address in Moscow (as in any city in the world)

In this case, the Google Maps 2019 database will correctly match the coordinates with the address you typed. Believe me, it will do no worse than +showing interesting and popular places in the world. This sufficiently guarantees the output of the exact location of the search object

By default, two maps show the sunny city of Los Angeles (satellite view and regular one). By changing the suggested scale +/-, you can take a closer look at each street with houses (Los Angeles)

The City of Angels is the second most populous city in the United States. Disneyland (Anaheim) and the Hollywood sign are also located there. By zooming out on the satellite map from the satellite (-), you will witness an interesting metamorphosis. All that's left is to try. Photos of streets (satellite images) and panoramic view also available on both circuits

By the way, you can find Disneyland itself at these coordinates. Copy Ctrl+C and paste into the search form Ctrl+V

33.810781,-117.918978

Similar interesting things await here when you zoom out (-). By zooming the diagram to the maximum, you can also use the Google Maps “Arrow Spin” tool (appears above the zoom tool).

Also in Los Angeles is the Google office at Los Angeles 340 Main Street (type that to search). One of 70 offices in 40 countries around the world

In some cases, you need to compare two different objects in the same view. Let's say you look at the desired street on a map of the city of Moscow from a satellite - or pictures of roads and squares. First, we find the capital of Russia on the map. Previously, they were able to determine the latitude and longitude of any city in the world. Then switch the map from above to the “Satellite” view (lower left corner). The map in Russian below will remain as is. This is how it looks like to compare two Google Maps:

⬇ List: popular and interesting places on Google Maps (new ones are being added):

Zaryadye Park, Moscow 55.751085, 37.628765
Belarus, Brest Fortress 52.082599, 23.655529
Berlin, Reichstag 52.518712, 13.376100
Himalayas, Everest 27.989302, 86.925040
Baikonur Cosmodrome 45.996389, 63.563907
Mexico, Aztec city 19.692850, -98.843856
Monte Carlo, embankment 43.734819, 7.421430
Rio de Janeiro, Jesus Christ statue -22.952264, -43.210662
Statue “Motherland”, Kyiv 50.426760, 30.563044
Statue “Motherland”, Mamayev Kurgan, Volgograd 48.742342, 44.537109
Petronas Towers Malaysia 3.157933, 101.711846
London "Big Ben" 51.501021, -0.124660
France, Channel Tunnel 50.922493, 1.781868
Australia, Sydney, Opera House -33.856716, 151.215294
UAE Dubai, artificial islands 25.114663, 55.139036

Hello, dear readers of the blog site. I recently wrote about and how you can use them on your website. Now it’s the turn of a similar service from another major player in this market - Google Maps. These two products compete in RuNet, but in the world the undisputed leader is Google.

In addition, they are now transitioning to the new kind maps, where many things have become more understandable and convenient, and it has also become possible to use the capabilities of Google Earth (once it was a separate application for a computer) without installing additional plug-ins in the browser.

In this article, we will also look at ways to insert a Google map on your website, both when using the old interface and when using the new one. Moreover, this is done quite simply, although the capabilities of the API, as in the case of Yandex, will provide the developer with almost limitless possibilities.

Features of Google maps and how to connect the new interface

The Google Maps service itself appeared in 2005. Almost at the same time, the company acquired a program with similar functionality, which a little later received the name Google Earth. From online versions it was distinguished by the ability to display the landscape of the area and the buildings of some cities in 3D.

To render such graphics, it was necessary to use additional computer hardware capabilities. Subsequently, it became possible to obtain the same effect in the online version of the maps, but this required installing a browser plugin. In the new version of Maps, this feature is integrated into the online version by default and is activated automatically if your computer complies with minimum requirements in terms of performance and an acceptable browser is installed. But first things first.

Just like in Yandex, you can add your organization to Google Map and build the optimal travel route (by car, public transport, plane, on foot or by bike). Not all places on our vast planet will be able to use all these methods, but still.

In the new interface, it will be enough to enter the starting point in the search line, and to select the second point, use "How to get there".

By the way, about the new Google Maps interface. It is still being tested (it is possible that by the time you read this publication, it will have already ended) and if the browser you are using supports all the features of the new product, then you will be offered to try it out.

How to add your business to Google Maps

The main type of Google maps lives at maps.google.ru. You will also be asked add your company details :

Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity, because despite the fact that users type the bulk of commercial requests in Yandex, its bourgeois analogue should not be discounted and skimped on the various opportunities for attracting traffic from it.

In general, all you need to do is check the consent box and click the “Continue” button:

Just in case, you will be asked to search for your company in the Google database, after which you can safely click on “This is not my company. Create a new entry."

After which you will be asked to fill out a form, i.e. enter data about your organization and add it to the Google Maps database so that this information is shown to users who are to some extent interested in receiving this information. In general, this action will not be superfluous.

If for some reason you have not yet been offered take advantage new version Google Maps, then invite yourself by following this link - google.com/maps/preview/.

As I understand, the new Google maps may not yet work in all browsers and not on all devices. However, they feel great in Chrome on a desktop computer, and I use this option because, in my opinion, it is much more usable.

If the new Google maps of the future are not to your taste, then return to classic and the familiar interface you can by clicking on the question mark located in the lower right corner and selecting the lowest item:

3D Google Earth objects on Google online maps

And, of course, about 3d Google Earth integrated into the online version is worth mentioning. You can switch to this viewing mode by clicking on the square with the inscription “Earth” in the lower left corner:

After you do this, the toolbar will change its purpose somewhat and will look something like this (a compass will appear and the ability to change the angle at which you can view the map):

It will be possible to look at satellite images not only from above, but also from the side, discretely changing the angle of inclination. Well, what am I telling you - you’ve probably played with Google Earth yourself and understand what’s what:

By default, your computer may have so-called simplified mode enabled when 3D Earth model and other 3D objects are not available. The opposite situation is also possible, when new mode with Google Earth support will work too slowly on your hardware and you will want to switch to the simplified one.

No problem, just use the links:

Forced transition to a simplified mode for displaying new Google maps

If you are still using classic look maps, then the Google Earth option can be selected by moving the mouse cursor to the right top corner to the square with the inscription “Satellite”, and then clicking on the “Earth” square that appears.

If you have not installed the browser plugin yet, you will be prompted to do so.

Well, in fact, you will eventually get the functionality of Google Earth in your browser.

But this functionality is by and large The only difference between Google maps and others. Everything else is available from competitors, but it’s up to you to decide who it works better for. For example, the same routing works more or less acceptable in Yandex in the territory former union, but outside of it everything is not so great.

Traffic, Street View and Google Maps Directions

By the way, Google Maps also has the ability to show road conditions, i.e. traffic jams. On the classic online version, the layer with traffic jams can be connected in the upper right corner:

There you can also connect a layer with photographs to be able to view pictures taken at the place you are interested in. IN new interface for layer maps with photos there is no such thing, but they are always present at the bottom under the search bar or open at the bottom of the window using the corresponding arrows:

On the new Google Maps, the traffic layer is activated in the area below the search bar:

Its legend (color differentiation) will be shown at the bottom of the window that drops out of the search bar. You can also see it there traffic forecast on Google maps for the day and time you need:

Function route planning in the classic interface is available from the right column after clicking the corresponding button:

In general, everything you need is there. You set the starting and ending point of the route, and you get several travel options, which can be different when choosing a method of transportation: car, public transport or your own feet.

In the new Google Maps interface, everything looks more concise, it seems to me. The starting point is taken to be the one you are viewing now, and to enter the final point, just click on the “How to get there” button located at the bottom of the search line:

As a result, Google will display several routes on the map (the main one is shown as a blue line, and the alternative ones as a gray line), the travel time for which will be calculated taking into account the current road situation (traffic jams):

Again, the optimal route can be calculated for traveling by car, walking or traveling by public transport. For some countries, calculations for cycling or flying will still be available. In general, everything is adult.

You can show or hide traffic jams on the route, add some exceptions hidden under the “Parameters” spoiler, and also get a text description of the constructed route using the “Step by Step” link.

And finally, the crazy option of any modern online maps — street view(in Yandex this was called panoramas). In Google Maps, it is activated in a rather original way - you will need to drag the yellow man (in the classic version he lives in the upper left corner, and in the new one in the opposite lower corner) to where you want to see the surroundings with your own eyes.

There are a lot of options for using this option - from a banal virtual study of a future route, to a virtual trip to a place where you have never been or where you have been, but want to refresh your memories or get nostalgic. In Google, this opportunity is even more wonderful, because the whole world opens up before you, and not just the large cities of Russia, as was the case in Yandex.

In general, we throw the little man in the right place and see street panorama in this place. You can zoom in and out, move forward, look in all directions, up and down using the mouse or the arrow keys on the keyboard.

It is clear that you are all used to this, but if you think about it, it becomes clear all the tremendous work that was done by Google Maps employees to implement complete coverage of everything globe(well, not all of it, but a significant part of it). There is even the option of traveling inside buildings, such as hotels, as shown in this video:

To do this, cars with precise geopositioning systems and a number of cameras drove around cities and villages, which then made it possible to assemble a panorama from the photographs taken. IN hard to reach places people worked with equipment carried on their backs. Faces and license plates included in the photo are deliberately blurred to avoid unnecessary excesses.

How to get a Google map for your website

With Google Maps, the situation is approximately the same - in order to insert a driving map on your website, you don’t need much intelligence, but only a specialist can do more complex ones, or an extension (plugin) for the engine you use (CMS) will help you with this.

As a result, a window will open where on the second tab "Code" you can choose the size of the window in which your map will be inserted (you can change it later, in the code, replacing the numbers in the width="" height="" attributes of the iframe tag).

It will turn out something like this (the diagram is clickable - the mouse and buttons on the keyboard react to your passes):

However, this is not exactly what we need. There is no way to draw a route manually, put markers with captions, or highlight the necessary objects. In fact, everything described can be done, but for this we will need a special tool. It's called Google Maps Engine Lite .

Selecting an option "Create a new card", you will have at your disposal a constructor with tools already familiar to Yandex - adding marks, drawing lines and routes.

To begin with, for example, put a mark where your office is located (give it a name, description and indicate the site URL). Then click on it with the left mouse button and select the route icon. A field will open on the left where you will need to enter a starting point (for example, the nearest metro station), after which Google will provide a route to your office.

If you wish, you can draw a line around the office building and close it to highlight it in the background color (you can also add a name, description and website for this object). As a result, in the Google Maps Engine Lite editor, this whole mess will look something like this:

Select "Public on the Internet" and save your changes.

Click "Ready" in the previous window. After this, click on the folder icon in the upper left corner of Google Maps Engine Lite and select "Add to site":

Actually, that's all. Copy the code, if necessary, adjust the dimensions of the Google map window in width and height (the width="" height="" attributes of the iframe tag) and paste the code directly into any page of your site (the frames should not be cut by the visual editor you use).

How to create a map in the classic interface and add it to the site

In the classic Google Maps interface You can go to the “My places” tab and click on the “Create map” button. As a result, you will be taken to the already familiar Google Maps Engine Lite window. But we have already discussed this a little higher and therefore is not of interest.

However, you can also click on the link "Classic interface", where you will again have extensive opportunities to create a driving map for your website. In the upper left area there are tools for applying your markings to the Google map.

You can put tags of different colors:

You can highlight knowledge by drawing polygons and get directions from the nearest metro using the Draw Line Along Roads tool. For each markup element you create, you can add a title and description.

The same can be done for the card itself, after which you will need to select “Open access” and click on the button "Ready".

After saving, select the created map and click on the “Link” icon at the top left and select the option shown in the screenshot "Setup and Preview":

In the window that opens, you can set the width and height of the diagram, and using the mouse or buttons located in the preview area, you can position the objects you added (by changing the scale of the map and moving it), and you can also click on the label so that the name you specified and description in a pop-up window.

That's all, you copy the code and paste it into the site (the iframe tag is usually not cut by visual editors and there should be no problems with pasting). The issue of insertion is reflected in more detail in the article about Yandex maps mentioned at the beginning. The result should look something like this:

Second part of the code:

View directions on the map bigger size

I removed the extra link as unnecessary. Well, somewhere like that. If these features are not enough for you, then you are welcome to the Google Maps API for developers. Javascript programming skills are required.

Although you can still try to search plugins for your engine(WordPress, Joomla), which can offer you their own map constructor based on the mentioned API. As a result, you can get something original and then inserting the resulting map into the site will not be difficult at all - the plugin will do it for you. If you have something in mind, I will be glad to add your information to the article. Thank you in advance.

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1. Offline operation of maps on a mobile device

If you want Google Maps on your mobile device to not consume data, you can save the necessary map area in advance, which will work offline during your trip. To do this, enter the command in the search field: " okay maps " and click the search icon. The system will then prompt you to save the selected map area. This is very convenient, since loading maps via Mobile Internet not only consumes bandwidth, but also loads very slowly.

2. Creating multiple routes with intermediate stops

You can create routes with multiple stops on Google Maps. This is a very convenient way to set up in advance all your possible routes for the day with intermediate stops. This function will be very convenient for people who are in an unfamiliar city, as well as for those who need to plan their trips for the whole day. By setting up several routes, you will not need to set up a new route from your departure point each time. There is a " symbol on the route selection panel + ", with which you can add alternative routes that you will need throughout the day.

3. Ability to edit Google maps

If you notice that there are inaccuracies on the map or that some organization is no longer located on specific address, each user can now make their personal contribution to editing the map. There is a function for this Google Maps Map Maker. Using this service, anyone can join the community of cartographers who help Google improve maps. With Map Maker you can add new places and objects on the map, as well as report that an institution is located at a new address. However, we draw your attention to the fact that all new changes that users indicate are pre-moderated before they appear. This Google feature great way contribute to the development of Google Maps.

This good way let people know about your location. This way, you will not be distracted by writing messages in order to tell people where you are, and you will also not accurately remember the address of your location (it often happens that we cannot accurately describe our location).

5. Find postal addresses on maps (zip code, address, etc.)

This is a great way to find out the exact postal address of any object on the map. If you want to find out the postal address of a building, then just click on the building, and the maps will show you the full address (with zip code) of this object. This is a great way to find out the exact address of an organization.

6. Fine-tuning Google maps

Many people are probably aware of the extensive settings that Google Maps has. But, nevertheless, it turns out that people do not know how extensive these function settings are. Thus, Google provides the ability to synchronize maps that are on mobile devices with maps that you use on your computer. This allows you, having set up travel routes on your computer, in the morning, turning on navigation on your phone, to automatically download the route settings to your device. This not only saves time when setting up a route, but also allows...

7. Save places on the map where you visit very often

If you often visit the same places, then maps allow you to save, to save traffic, certain places on the ground (that you often visit), which you can go to when you need it. You can also set up specific travel routes for saved places. When you visit a saved place on the map, a driving route will be built for you automatically.

8. Create your own map

9. Find public transport routes on the map, create walking routes, and set up cycling routes

Most people use maps to get directions when driving. Many people mistakenly believe that Google Maps navigation is only for motorists. In fact, Google Maps provides the ability to get directions when traveling by public transport, cycling or walking.

When setting up routes for walking, cycling or public transport, everything works exactly the same as. The only difference is the route paths. Such routes are often more profitable than driving your own vehicle, since often optimal routes can only be built where a car cannot pass.

For example, using a bicycle route, you can build a route that will help you get to your destination as quickly as possible.

10. Display on the map all objects in the visible area of the map

If you cannot find the required object in the search (for example, you do not remember the name or address of the object), then you can type the symbol " in the search bar of Google maps * " (star) and click the search icon. This special command will display all objects that are on the map in visible area cards. After this, you can easily find the required object.

This can also be useful if you are driving or passing a certain object and want to find out what is in this building. By typing the symbol " in the search line of the maps * ", you will find out all the necessary information about the object that is located near you.

Google Maps is a very powerful platform that is improving and growing every day. Proper Use Maps will make your trip easier, and searching for the necessary addresses and objects will become more efficient and convenient for you.

Google Maps find the information you need. With them you will never miss the point.

Keep moving. In any situation

May there be no obstacles on your path. Google Maps monitors traffic conditions in real time and also reminds you if you need to change lanes.

Forget about traffic jams

Google Maps monitors traffic conditions in real time and always suggests the best route.

Stay one step ahead

Don't want to miss that treacherous convention again? Google Maps can help you! Simply enable turn-by-turn navigation and lane selection.

Move with ease

Google Maps constantly checks your route against your current one traffic situation and adjust it taking into account traffic jams.

Make yourself at home. Everywhere

There are many in the world interesting places. And some of them are at arm's length. Let's imagine that you are going to have a snack. Using Google Maps, you can easily find out what restaurants are nearby, you can choose the one that suits you, then look inside and even make a reservation. Yes, yes, it's simple!

Can't decide where to go today? Reviews and photos of other users will help you make a decision. Would you like to tell us about your favorite place? .

Walls are not a hindrance

Find out what the place you're going to looks like before you get there. Building Layouts and Street View will help you with this.

The world as you have never seen it before

Imagine that a map is not just a plan of the area. She will take you on a walk on the Moon or on a trip to Mars, help you see the Earth from a bird's eye view, climb to the most high mountain, go down to the lowlands and just look around carefully.

Travel to the stars

Walk along the Milky Way, explore the expanses of Mars and visit the Moon. Spaceship? You won't need it.

Visit all the cities of the world

Turn on Satellite or Street View mode and stroll the sidewalks of your favorite cities (and the cities you've only dreamed of).

The best places on the planet are for you

Thanks to the Art Project service, you can look into the Palace of Versailles at any time, wander around White House or explore the collection of the Tokyo National Museum. And this is just the beginning!

Customize Maps to your liking

Sign in to your Google account and set up Maps the way you want. You can then save your home and work addresses, track places you've reviewed, and quickly navigate to your recent searches.

Share your knowledge

Tell the world about the places you know best. Just create your own map and share it with users!

Give your fingers a rest

Save your home and work addresses in Google Maps so you don't have to re-enter them. In addition, you can give Maps access to your contact list on your mobile device - this will significantly speed up the search.

Tell us about your impressions

Leave a review about the places you've visited: tell us why some are good and others are bad, and at the same time add a photo. The cards will remember all your actions.