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I suggest starting with Google My Maps (mymaps.google.com) over regular Google Maps. It is very easy to use. You can add points directly to the map (either point and click or use Google search) or load known places (with a lat,long or address) from a file, and you can create a data table for categories, e.g., what the store has available zero waste or if taring your containers is allowed. Once finished, these maps are very easy to share and embed on a website. Just like with other Google Drive tools, you can invite others to collaborate on this map. This tutorial might be helpful.
I also highly suggest this tool because you can export your work as a KML/KMZ. Then, you can convert the data to another data type (shapefile, GeoJSON) for use in another mapping tool later on (ArcGIS Online, Leaflet) if desired.
I work with and teach GIS, so you can DM me any questions you might have :)
There's My Maps on Google Maps that lets you add points and draw polygons on layers and stuff, and share it publicly or via a link. Or in the normal Google Maps mode just add places to a list and share the list (there's a notes field for each saved point)
I used to use Google My Maps https://mymaps.google.com
Then moved over to MapItRight https://www.mapitright.com
If someone falls into more money than sense there is Vetro https://www.vetrofibermap.com
Ha ha! I sometimes find staying organized is almost as hard as finding the info I'm searching for. You are absolutely correct that you'll need to keep detailed records as you progress. Here are a few suggestions.
- use this site to geographically track solid events and people related to your research.
- you can share a private link with other researchers to collaborate.
2) stay on track
- make sure you know the question you're trying to answer. don't let yourself easily stray to a side research topic unless it's finding is immediately relevant to you primary question.
3) document whatever you find to be conclusive
- if you find a mention of someone, or a place, or a date, document it in Word (or your favorite text editor). Try to use the same word doc for the same person.
- organize your files on your computer.
- back up your work.
4) don't be afraid to fail
- you'll inevitably explore a hypothesis and it not pan out as you hoped. This is JUST AS GOOD AS finding what you were hoping to find. You now know what to NOT research.
Google MyMaps is an amazing tool for doing just this: mymaps.google.com
Here are some examples of maps that I have found or were created by my students: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1tdx_MKKQLRtg6nYNSm2hhU5y04ZrdrD4eX2tbsDZAfQ/edit?usp=sharing
Edit: Wanted to mention that what I did before going was create a "mymaps.google.com" after researching through findmegluten free, yelp, YouTube, and blogs -- I created a map of areas around my AirBnB and tourist destinations. In my Google Maps app I could then view the map and review plans or make adjustments, or find alternates if something went wrong (unexpected restaurant closure etc.)
I was there last summer, here's some of the places I ate:
- Beyond Bread, GF bakery in Fitzrovia - this was close to our AirBnB - it became a go-to for breakfast especially, and lunch sometimes too
- Niche, dedicated GF dining, Clerkenwell - Excellent, small place, I made a reservation before I arrived in London
- Leggero, Soho - Italian cuisine - really enjoyed, and found out that Peroni has a GF beer :) I made a reservation though it wasn't too busy at the time.
- Farmstand, Covent Garden -- was OK for breakfast
- Romeo's/Artisan Bakery, Islington - I had both of these marked on my map, I can't remember which I went to. This is OK for a coffee and something sweet, I didn't care for the savory choices as much.
- Dishoom - various locations, Indian cuisine, give it a go!
- Wagamama - chain noodle restaurant. This is a popular chain and they are good about GF prep, usually manager will assist - I though this went well. We ate at the location by Tower of London.
- Indigo at One Aldwych, this is a hotel restaurant, had a good breakfast here
- LEON -- this is fast service that has some GF options, however my son (who also has celiac) and I felt a bit weird after eating here, and I would skip next time.
Nando's was mentioned - we ate there while visiting friends in Leicester, and it went well
I usually create my own maps for new destination; mymaps.google.com, share if I'm travelling with others, add points of interest with notes if needed. Apparently Apple maps work well in China, and a hotel concierge in Xian used the Places function on iPhone Photos app to show us around. It doesn't give directions, but it's somewhat helpful. Also used offline map apps in Cuba where I was without cellular data, still gps placed me correctly on map.
I tend to overplan, and check out destinations so thoroughly, including street view, that I don't really need to go there…
You can generate printable versions from Google maps - My Maps
You can add multiple layers, add any geo data and select different types of base layers. Not sure if this fits your use case.
I use google's "mymaps" so it doesn't clutter my main google map. (mymaps.google.com) also let's me filter by places I like, and places I want to try (aka recommendations from friends)
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If you made it in Google, if you were signed in, just go to https://mymaps.google.com and click under all to see if it's saved there. If not, no worries. We can just make a new one.
Here's some usability advice which may help:
Garmin has two PC/Mac applications that work with a USB-connected Zumo: a) Garmin Express, used to update maps and software, and b) Garmin BaseCamp, intended for route planning and useful for uploading planned routes. If your Zumo model has WiFi, you won't need Garmin Express.
Garmin BaseCamp is a dumpster fire, but is still needed to load planned trips. The application has a terrible user-interface, and has even worse documentation. Garmin end-users have produced much better documentation and "How to" videos than Garmin ever released.
My advice follows:
Upload any planned routes to your GPS as tracks, not as routes (Garmin "trips"). If you upload a route consisting of your planned waypoints, Garmin GPSes will replan your routes for you, which may send you where you did not intend to go. If you share your .gpx route files with other Garmin GPS users for a group ride, each GPS will replan its own route and there will be differences. If you upload a track instead, then in the GPS's "tracks" application convert the track to a trip, the Garmin GPS will direct you to your true planned turns.
I only use BaseCamp for uploading routes I designed or obtained elsewhere, because it's a terrible route planner.
I plan my trips with Google MyMaps, a browser-based application similar to Google Maps. It will export any planned routes as .kml files that BaseCamp then imports as tracks.
When riding to a track converted to a route (Garmin "trip"), if you go off-route for any reason and wish to return to following planned turns you'll need to restart the converted trip.
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It would allow you to draw the lines on a map that has the streets marked and you'd be able to link to it so it's interactive and zoomable. Obviously, you don't have to just an idea. mymaps.google.com
Alors il n’est jamais trop tard mais dans ce cas ci pas besoin d’explorer l’informatique et la programmation, suis juste les instructions indiquées pour télécharger tes cartes :
Download map info
- Sign in to My Maps.
- Open or create a map.
- In the left panel, click Menu and then Export to KML or Download KMZ.
- Follow the instructions.
Après tu pourra importer ces fichiers dans l’alternative que tu aura choisis. Et pour ça je ne peux pas trop te conseiller, le seul que je connais c’est OsmAnd.
Openstreetmap c’est "juste" des cartes libres, ce que tu cherches c’est un service, un site ou une application, qui te permette d’utiliser ces cartes.
T’as des listes la pour la partie mobile : https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Android_applications https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Comparison_of_iOS_applications
I'm not sure how much detail or what you define as a map (historical, artsy, directions only etc), but google has a "mymaps" that allows you to very easily create your own personal maps.
You will, of course, need a google account for this to work.
I'm not sure if this is what you're quite looking for but it's an easy way to get started.
Nobody has actually linked it. https://mymaps.google.com/
It works okay for planning, but if you're data-limited then it may be challenging to use. You can download the .kmz file to your phone and use something that supports offline maps and kmz/kml files like Locus Maps (Android) or perhaps Galileo Maps (iOS).