Overview

The Strapi Google Maps plugin is a tool that allows users to implement a Google Maps custom field into their content types on the Strapi platform. This custom field can be used to pick and retrieve locations. By configuring the plugin in the Strapi dashboard settings, users can enter their API key and utilize the full functionality of the Google Maps Platform.

Features

• Google Maps custom field for content types
• Ability to pick and retrieve locations
• Configuration options in the Strapi dashboard
• Full access to the Google Maps Platform functionality

Installation

To install the Strapi Google Maps plugin, follow these steps:

1. Install the strapi-google-maps package via npm in the root of your Strapi project.

npm install strapi-google-maps

2. After installation, restart your Strapi app. Google Maps should now be listed as one of your plugins.

3. Customize the strapi::security middleware in the ./config/middlewares.js file to allow all Google Maps assets to be loaded correctly.

4. Optional: If manual installation is preferred, navigate to the Strapi plugins folder and clone the repository for the Strapi Google Maps plugin. Navigate into the plugin’s directory and install the dependencies using npm. Compile the server-side part of the plugin.

5. Enable the plugin in the ./config/plugins.js file. Again, customize the strapi::security middleware if necessary.

6. Recompile the admin panel of your Strapi project.

Summary

The Strapi Google Maps plugin is a valuable tool for Strapi users who want to integrate Google Maps functionality into their content types. With an easy installation process and configuration options available in the Strapi dashboard, this plugin provides a seamless way to interact with the Google Maps Platform and enhance the user experience.