Try ShortPoint nowThis guide will walk you through how to create a Multi-pin map using My Maps and how to add the map to your SharePoint site using Page Builder.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Before we begin
- Make sure you have a Google My Maps account. You need an account in order to create your own map.
- Make sure you have ShortPoint installed on the site or page where you want to add the map to.
Step-by-step Tutorial
Step 1: Create a map using My Maps
Sign in to your Google My Maps account and click Create a New Map.
You will be taken to map view. Click Untitled map.
A pop-up menu will appear, prompting you to name your map. Add a Map title and a Description.
Then, click Save.
Step 2: Add multiple locations to your map
Use the search bar to find the location you want to pin and click enter.
The location you searched for will appear on your map. Click Add to map.
Repeat the steps above until you have all the locations you need pinned on the map. Below is a sample map we made.
Step 3: Make your map public
You need to make your map public to allow other people to see it.
To do so, click the Share icon.
Toggle on Anyone with this link can view (1) and click Close (2).
Step 4: Copy the embed on my site HTML
Click the side ellipsis icon to open the menu.
Select Embed on my site.
Copy the HTML and click OK.
Step 5: Paste the HTML to your Page Builder
Go to the site or page where you want to add the map and open Page Builder.
Then, click the Code design element.
Paste the HTML code under the HTML section.
NOTE: You can change the width and height of your map by changing the numbers beside width and height in the HTML code.
Then, click Insert.
After you are satisfied with how your map looks, publish your page.
And that's it! You have now successfully added a multi-pin map to your SharePoint site.
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