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How do I create an interactive map in WordPress?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 11:59 pm

In this article, we will be discussing how to create an interactive map in WordPress. First, we will need to create a new WordPress file and name it “map.php”.

Next, we will need to create a function to handle the map’s initialization. The function will take two arguments: the map’s container (where the map will be placed) and the map’s data source.

The map’s data source can be anything from a WordPress post’s content to a Google Maps API key. We will be using a Google Maps API key in this example.

PRO TIP: When creating an interactive map in WordPress, be sure to:

– Choose a plugin that is compatible with your version of WordPress
– Follow the instructions provided by the plugin developer
– Test your map on multiple browsers and devices

Once we have our data source, we will need to create a function to load it into our map. We will do this by using the WordPress get_post function and passing it the map’s data source.

After we have our data loaded, we will need to create a function to render the map. The render function will take two arguments: the map’s container and the map’s data.

The map’s data will be in the form of an object, and we will use the get_post function to get the map’s data source. We will then use the WP_Map object to render the map.

The end result of all of this work will be a functioning, interactive map in WordPress.

Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

Devops woman in trade, tech explorer and problem navigator.