Can I embed a "Google My Maps" in a dynamic page in Webflow so that the map changes depending on the name of the city?
Published on
September 22, 2023
Yes, you can embed a "Google My Maps" in a dynamic page in Webflow and have the map change depending on the name of the city. Here's how you can do it:
- Obtain the embed code from Google My Maps:
- Go to Google My Maps and create or edit the map that you want to embed.
- Click on the three dots icon in the top left corner of the map editor.
- Select the "Embed on my site" option.
- Copy the generated embed code.
- Add an Embed element to your dynamic page in Webflow:
- Open your dynamic page in the Webflow Designer.
- Drag and drop an Embed element onto the page where you want the Google My Maps to appear.
- Customize the embed element:
- Double-click on the Embed element to open the settings panel.
- Click on the "Open Code Editor" button.
- Paste the embed code obtained from Google My Maps into the code editor.
- Create a dynamic field for the city name:
- In the Webflow Designer, go to the dynamic collection that contains the city data.
- Add a text field for the city name (e.g., "City Name").
- Go back to your dynamic page, select the Embed element, and click on the "+" icon in the settings panel.
- Bind the embed code to the city field:
- In the dynamic binding panel, select the "City Name" field from the collection.
- Choose the appropriate attribute in the embed code where you want to insert the city name.
- For example, if the embed code contains a placeholder for the city name like "{CITY}", select the "InnerText" attribute and enter "{City Name}".
- Preview and test the dynamic map:
- Preview your dynamic page to see how the map changes based on the city name.
- Make sure to test different city names to ensure the map updates correctly.
By following these steps, you'll be able to embed a "Google My Maps" on a dynamic page in Webflow and have it dynamically update based on the city name. This can be useful for creating location-based pages or directory websites.
Additional questions:
- How can I embed other types of maps in Webflow?
- Can I customize the appearance of the Google My Maps on my dynamic page in Webflow?
- Are there any limitations or restrictions when using Google My Maps with dynamic pages in Webflow?