Get some inspiration from other Google map makers. So you could overlay a past run, biking adventure, or geographical data on top of a map. You can add layers to maps, which allows you to add data from spreadsheets or KML files (which are generated from Android apps like MyTracks). For example: if you were planning a trip to Washington, D.C., you could map out all the monuments you wanted to see and then access the map at any time instead of needing to re-search for them from your phone. You can then search for items, drop a pin, and save them to your own map. Jump into a Google Map but add your own details for others. Select to make your own map, which takes you to Google's flat vision of the planet. Head to the site, where you will be greeted with a giant "Welcome to the new Maps" splash page. For the uninitiated it may be best to start on the desktop site before moving to the Android app. It's a fun tool, but takes some time to learn its nuances. Google recently rebranded Maps Engine to the friendlier-sounding MyMaps. Whether you are a budding cartographer or would just like to organize your next vacation, Google's MyMaps is an an excellent and overlooked tool for creating a custom map.
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