TYPE APPLICATIONS
Map applications
Map applications on the web open up a wide range of possibilities for displaying and accessing information spatially. From interactive maps with precise route planning to data-based visualizations, they offer intuitive access to complex contexts and facilitate the communication of geographical data.
Possibilities
Markers
With your own markers in your own design, you can create suitable markers for positions on the map for every application.
Different layers
Different layers, e.g. satellite views, weather maps or traffic, can be displayed instead of or on top of the standard view.
Animations
Markers or tracks can be moved or changed in real time using live updates.
Clustering
If too many markers are displayed on the map, markers can be grouped together using an intelligent cluster function.
Heatmaps and co.
A wide variety of statistical layers are possible. Heat maps or hex layers can be used to visualize frequencies, for example.
Areas of application
Many companies, from restaurants to car repair shops, integrate Google Maps directly into their websites. This allows potential customers to quickly find the location of the business and get directions. The integration of Google Maps increases user-friendliness and makes it easier for potential customers to visit.
Festivals, conferences or other large events often use maps to indicate the different areas of the site. Visitors can easily find stands, stages, toilets or exits. These interactive maps help to facilitate orientation at large events and reduce waiting times at information stands.
Maps can present complex data in an easy-to-understand format. For example, a map can show how population density is distributed in different regions of a country or which areas are particularly affected by drought. The visualization of data on maps makes complex issues more tangible and supports a better understanding.
Museums or historical archives use old maps to visualize historical events or developments. For example, visitors can see how the borders of a country have changed over time or where important battles took place. Historical maps help to bring history to life and to better understand the context of events.
Real estate portals such as Immoscout24 or Immobilienscout use maps to display available properties in a specific region. Users can filter by criteria such as price, size or number of rooms to quickly find suitable properties. The map display simplifies the search and enables intuitive orientation in the real estate market.
Weather services use maps to display regional temperature trends, precipitation and wind speeds. Users can get an overview of current weather conditions or call up long-term forecasts for vacation planning.
Universities use interactive maps to help students and visitors find their way around campus. These maps show buildings with names or numbers, provide directions between different points and can also contain information on barrier-free access.
Transport company websites use maps for timetable information, route planning and the display of current traffic information. Users can enter their departure and destination stations, find connections with departure and arrival times and combine different means of transport. Real-time information about delays or roadworks helps travelers to plan their journey efficiently.
