Google Maps is a powerful tool for navigating and exploring the world.
However, one tiny little feature to draw a radius on Google Maps is still missing.
But that doesnt mean you cant do it.
As mentioned above, Google doesnt offer any such built-in tool, however, some tools can help.
So, if youre fine with just the PNG of the map, the next method is much easier.
Notably, the process will be completed using 4 phases, as shown below.
sign in to your Google account if prompted.
Go to Google MyMaps
Step 2:Here, select + Create a New Map.
Step 4: Click Add to Map.
Draw a Circle on the Map
Step 1: Open a new tab and go to KML Circle Generator.
Step 4: Save the map on the desired location.
Upload the Map to Google Maps
Step 1: Go back to the Google Maps tab.
Step 2: Click Add layer and then Import.
Step 3: Upload the downloaded KML file.
Youll instantly see the map in a circle.
Step 2: Go to the Saved tabs from the bottom bar.
Step 3: Here, select Maps.
Step 4: Among the list of your saved maps, pick the one with the circle.
Now, you could use this map for navigation or anything else as per usual.
A great thing is that you’ve got the option to draw multiple circles on a given map.
However, you cant import this to Google Maps.
Step 1: Open your web surfing app and go to CalcMaps.
Open CalcMaps
Step 2: If not already selected, click Radius from the top menu bar.
Step 3: Next, add the address or search for the location.
Step 4: Use a cursor to move the map, pinch in to zoom out or vice-versa.
Step 5: Once the location is set, click Draw a Circle.
Step 6: Now, nudge the circles center and drag the cursor.
A circle will start appearing on your screen; adjust it to your needs.
Step 7: Leave the cursor to drop the circle on the Map.
you could view the dimensions of the circle displayed next to the search bar.
Once done, click Download Map and save the map as PNG.
Try these tools to make your map-based tasks even more efficient and informative.
Also, learnhow to find someones location by phone number on Google Maps.
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