=== Google Maps Builder === Contributors: dlocc, wordimpress Donate link: http://wordimpress.com/ Tags: google maps, google map, google map widget, google map shortcode, maps, map, wp map, wp google maps, google maps directions, google maps builder, google maps plugin, google places, google places api, google maps api, google places reviews Requires at least: 3.6 Tested up to: 3.9 Stable tag: 1.0.0 License: GPLv2 or later License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html One Google Maps plugin to rule them all. Google Maps Builder is intuitive, sleek, powerful and easy to use. Forget the rest, use the best. == Description == 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. = Plugin highlights: = * **Google Places API integration** to display business ratings and nearby points of interest * **Snazzy Maps integration** for truly unique Google Map themes that look great with any design * **Unique Marker Icons** The only plugin with [Map Icons](map-icons.com) integration; set icon and marker colors for truly unique markers * **Intuitive UI** that seamlessly integrates with WordPress' - no eye sores or outdated interfaces here * **Small Footprint** - GMB does not create any new database tables, not even one * **Optimized** - All scripts and styles are optimized and packaged with Grunt * **No notices or warnings** We developed this plugins in debug mode. This results in high quality plugins with no errors, warnings or notices. = Marker Creation = Google Maps builder features a simple **"Point and Click" marker creation system**. As well, you can add markers using an intuitive Google autocomplete search field. As well, **Bulk edit marker data ** using meta fields attached to each marker's content. = Map Themes = Want to add some pazazz to your maps? [Snazzy Maps](http://snazzymaps.com/) themes are baked right in to Google Map Builder. This means your maps can stand out, fit into any design, and look unique and intriguing. == Installation == This section describes how to install the plugin and get it working. = Using The WordPress Dashboard = 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 = Uploading in WordPress Dashboard = 1. Navigate to the 'Add New' in the plugins dashboard 2. Navigate to the 'Upload' area 3. Select `google-maps-builder.zip` from your computer 4. Click 'Install Now' 5. Activate the plugin in the Plugin dashboard = Using FTP = 1. Download `google-maps-builder.zip` 2. Extract the `google-maps-builder` directory to your computer 3. Upload the `google-maps-builder` directory to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory 4. Activate the plugin in the Plugin dashboard == Frequently Asked Questions == 1. What sets this plugin apart from all the other Google Maps plugins for WordPress? There are many features and functionality that set Google Maps Builder apart. The plugin is built from the ground up to be easy and fun to use. We've placed extra care and attention on the map creation process. The admin UI integrates seamlessly with WordPress without adding and distracting visuals. Built in integration with Google Places means you can display various points of interest next to your markers for added value. There is really a lot more that distinguishes GMB, but you should see for yourself. Give it a try! 2. Does this plugin create any new database tables? Unlike other Google Maps plugins, Google Maps Builder does not create a single new table in your WordPress database. There is no added database overhead or foreign MySQL queries. It's our guarantee that this plugin will never leave an orphaned table in your WordPress account. == Roadmap == Here is what we are working on for future releases: * Maps Widget - Build in a widget to output Google Maps * Custom Map Marker Images - Ability to upload your own map marker images * Map Icons: Fix maps icon overlap issue when they are bunched in an area (zIndex issue) * Admin JS i18n - Please contact us at info@wordimpress.com to volunteer for translating! * Public JS i18n - Please contact us at info@wordimpress.com to volunteer for translating! * Google Places - Add the ability to remove place information * Google Places - Pagination for markers, the ability to set number of markers * Google Places - Customize the individual place markers * Markers - Add the ability to drag markers to new positions (lat, lng) in builder. * Info Window - Add a WYSIWYG editor? Possible complications with this. Bug Fixes * Info Window - FOUC: Investigate why sometimes pointer tip of info window flashes before it opens (mainly Chrome) * Chrome - Look into while map tiles have strange lines in between * Firefox - Clicking on a marker to open the same info window creates content overflow == Screenshots == 1. **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. 2. **Editable Marker** - Customize the content of the map markers directly in the builder. Built to mock Google's own Maps Engine. 3. **Custom Markers** - Configure a marker to fit your location. Easily adjust the marker, icon and color. 4. **Frontend View** - A view the a map on the frontend of a WordPress site using the TwentyTwelve theme. This map displays various Google Places. 5. **Settings Panel** - Adjust the various plugin settings using a UI that is built using WordPress' own styles. == Changelog == = 1.0 = * Plugin released. Yay!