Creating a custom map in Google Maps allows you to personalize and share a map with specific locations and directions. Here are the steps to create a custom map:
- Open Google Maps in your web browser and sign in to your Google account.
- Click on the menu button (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner of the screen, and select “Your places.”
- Click on the “Maps” tab at the top of the screen, and then click on the “Create Map” button.
- Name your new map and add a description if desired.
- Start adding locations by clicking on the “Add Marker” button. You can search for specific locations, enter the address or latitude and longitude, or drop a pin on the map.
- Customize each marker by clicking on it and selecting “Edit” to add a title, description, and image.
- Draw lines and shapes on the map by selecting the “Draw a Line” or “Draw a Shape” tools from the toolbar.
- Use the “Directions” tool to add directions between locations, or to create a route for a road trip or hike.
- Share your map by clicking on the “Share” button in the top right corner of the screen. You can choose to share the map publicly or with specific people.
- Save your changes by clicking on the “Save” button in the top left corner of the screen.
Note: You can also create custom maps on the Google Maps app for Android and iOS devices by following a similar process.