Overlay a circle, image, KML or Terrain on Google Map Maker

Latest Version

Version
3.5
Update
September 1, 2016
Size
127KiB
Developer
Category
Users
3,000+
Rating
4.19512 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
Deutsch
English
English (UK)
Nederlands
Italiano
Polski
Português (Brasil)
русский
українська
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Permissions
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Map Maker Overlay Extension

This extension will allow you to add a circle, image, KML or Terrain overlay on Google Map Maker.

Drawing circles in Google Map Maker can be difficult to get right.

This extension will show a circle overlaid over the map which you can use to trace when mapping circles such as roundabouts.

You have various options you can change to customize the overlay to your liking.

You have the option of overlaying any image and sizing and rotating so it fits where you want it. You can save these images along with the position set for quick loading later without having to get the image in the correct spot again.

You also have the option of adding a KML overlay.

Adds a control at the top left of the map to on and off the terrain map.

More features to come...

Release Notes:
Version 3.5
* Added Polish Translation. Thanks Damian Klimowicz

Version 3.4
* Added Portuguese (Brazil) Translation. Thanks Vitor Fernando

Version 3.3
* Added Ukrainian Translation. Thanks Володимир Новіцький

Version 3.2
* Added German Translation. Thanks Niklas

Version 3.1
* Added Italian Translation. Thanks Matteo Allegri
* Updated Dutch Translation.
* Added option to hide the 'Help Translate' link.
* Other small bug fixes.

Version 3.0
* Added Russian Translation. Thanks Sergey Sudakovskiy
* Added Dutch Translation.
* Added option for anyone to provide a translation in their own language.
* Removed donation button.

Version 2.9
* Can now show each type of overlay at the same time instead of just one type at a time.
* Showing the page action icon in a different, hopefully more robust way.

Version 2.8.2
* Popup can now become ready more quickly, as soon as the map loads, rather than having too wait for the page to completely finish loading.
* Google Drive 'share' links are now automatically converted into a usable link for both Image and KML overlays.

Version 2.7
* Became broken due to changes in Map Maker. Now fixed.

Version 2.6
* Changed the normal map type controls to a 'Terrain' checkbox that only works when it should.

Version 2.5
* Changed the 'Show Terrain' option to simply showing the normal map type controls.
* Fixed so that using the browse feature, the markers appear on top of the image overlay.

Version 2.4
* Added option to show the terrain map style.
* Bug fixes.

Version 2.3
* Added option to save and load images you have added.

Version 2.2
* Fixed bug where the extension was not working in certain countries.

Version 2.1
* KML layer support.

Version 2.0
* Circle is now much better and easier to use, and stays where you put it.
* Use your own images to overlay which can be moved and sized as required.

Version 1.0
* A simple circle only overlay which did not stay in place while zooming.
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install Map Maker Overlay extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Map Maker Overlay extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Map Maker Overlay extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Map Maker Overlay extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Map Maker Overlay extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Map Maker Overlay extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Map Maker Overlay Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Map Maker Overlay extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Map Maker Overlay extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Map Maker Overlay extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Map Maker Overlay extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Map Maker Overlay extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Map Maker Overlay extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Map Maker Overlay extension file

Select and download the Map Maker Overlay extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Map Maker Overlay extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Map Maker Overlay extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Map Maker Overlay extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Map Maker Overlay extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Timmy Carney (ID: 000000c664023389) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 05/07/2021 Doesn't work at all. It just brings you back to the chrome web store description everytime you click it.

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maXou (ID: 00000091dc05ff66) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 10/28/2019 doesn't work on Google Maps

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Vinay Velicheti (ID: 000000af0b52bc82) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 07/22/2017 very nice

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Usa King (ID: 00000096a59b0565) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 04/04/2017 very nice

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Andrea Monrad (ID: 000000d1ca55f855) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/02/2016 Love it.