How to Create a Google Maps Style

Create a Google Map Style and Generate a style ID

Create a Map ID:
- Go to the Google Cloud Console.
- Navigate to the Maps Management page.
- Click "Create new Map ID".
- Give your Map ID a name and description.
- Select the map type (JavaScript, Android, iOS, or Static).
- Click "Next".
Create a Map Style:
- Go to the "Map Styles" page in the Cloud Console.
- Click "Create style".
- Choose to either import a JSON style or customize one in the editor.
Customizing in the Editor:
- If customizing, select map features and adjust their styling (color, visibility, etc.).
- You'll see a preview of the changes on the map.
- Map features with custom styles will have a blue dot next to them.
Importing JSON:
- If importing JSON, paste your code into the provided field.
- You'll see a preview of the style, and if valid, you can click "Customize".
Associating the Style:
- After creating or customizing the style, you can associate it with your Map ID.
- This allows your map to use the custom style.
Managing Feature Layers:
- In the Map Styles page, you can manage feature layers by adding or removing layers.
- Click "Save" to apply the changes.