If you are running a location based site on WordPress, be it some directory site, hotel site or anything similar, the Google map becomes a very important part of your site.

Now-a-days many premium WordPress theme comes with integrated Google map system, also there are number of Google map plugins to get your job done, however the quality and features of the plugin you use matters a lot.

Here in this post we will talk about a new Google map plugin called Google Maps Builder who proclaims to be the one stop solution for all your Google map requirements.

And the plugin really looks promising, so let’s check out the details.

Google Maps Builder isn’t just another Google Maps plugin. It’s built from the ground up to be the easiest, most intuitive and fastest Google Maps plugin for WordPress.

Visually build powerfule customized Google Maps to use on your WordPress site quickly and easily without ever having to touch a bit of code.

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Installation and Set-up of Google Maps Builder

the installation process of Google Maps Builder plugin is nothing different, just follow the same method used for any other normal plugin.

1. Navigate to the ‘Add New’ in the plugins dashboard
2. Search for ‘Google Maps Builder’
3. Click ‘Install Now’
4. Activate the plugin on the Plugin dashboard

Once the plugin is activated, you will get the Google Maps option on your WordPress dashboard which works like custom post type.

When you want to add a new map just go to Google Maps > Add New and do the settings as per your requirement.

Google Map Builder – A view of the single map view in the WordPress admin panel. Notice the autocomplete search field and “Drop a Marker” button.

Editable Marker – Customize the content of the map markers directly in the builder. Built to mock Google’s own Maps Engine.

Custom Markers – Configure a marker to fit your location. Easily adjust the marker, icon and color.

Google Maps Builder comes integrated with the Snazzy Maps themes to give your maps a great look and feel.

Features of Google Maps Builder

Some of the important features of Google Maps Builder plugin includes.

• Snazzy Maps integration: Snazzy Maps is known for amazing Google map theme designs & Google Maps Builder plugin comes integrated with these themes which are ready to be used.
• Unique Marker Icons: Another highlight of this plugin is the set of Map Icons with changeable colors.
• Google Places API integration: To display business ratings and nearby points of interest
• No Database Tables: Google Maps Builder plugin doesn’t create any additional database tables

Google Maps Builder is free to download from the WordPress plugin directory & so, if you are looking for a good quality Google map plugin, give this plugin a chance to be your partner.