How to create custom filters in Google Maps

In WP Maps Pro, you have the ability to create custom filters that allow users to dynamically refine the displayed locations on Google Maps. These filters provide a powerful tool for enhancing user experience and improving the relevance of map-based content. In this tutorial, we’ll walk through the process of creating custom filters step by step, enabling you to effortlessly add this valuable feature to your maps.

Prerequisites:

• WP Maps Pro plugin installed and activated on your WordPress site.
• Locations already assigned to a map in the “Assign Locations To Map” section.

Step 1: Enable Custom Filters

1. Go to Add/Manage Map:
   • Navigate to the “Add/Manage Map” section in WP Maps Pro.
2. Edit the Desired Map:
   • Choose the map for which you want to enable custom filters.
   • Edit the map to access its settings.

Step 2: Assign Locations

1. Assign Locations:
   • In the map editing interface, locate the “Assign Locations To Map” section.
   • Select the locations you want to display on the map.

Step 3: Enable Custom Filters

1. Scroll Down:
   • Scroll down within the map editing interface to find the “Custom Filters” section.
2. Enable Custom Filters:
   • Look for the “Display Custom Filters” option within this section.
   • Toggle it ON to enable custom filters for this map.

Step 4: Define Placeholders and Filter Labels

1. Insert Placeholders:
   • In the same “Custom Filters” section, locate the text input fields.
   • Use placeholders like {country}, {state}, {city}, or any other relevant placeholders.
   • These placeholders correspond to the fields you want to use for filtering (e.g., location country, state, city).
2. Set Filter Labels:
   • In the adjacent text input fields, insert the filter labels.
   • These labels will be displayed to users on the frontend, allowing them to understand the purpose of each filter.

Step 5: Save Map

1. Save Changes:
   • Once you’ve added the placeholders and set the filter labels, scroll to the bottom of the map editing interface.
   • Click the “Save Map” button to save your changes.

Step 6: Observe Custom Filters on Frontend

1. View the Map:
   • Visit the frontend page where the map is displayed.
2. Explore Custom Filters:
   • You’ll now see the custom filters you created on the map.
   • Users can interact with these filters, refining the displayed locations based on the selected filter criteria.

Conclusion:

Congratulations! By following this tutorial, you’ve successfully created custom filters for your WP Maps Pro maps. These filters provide users with a convenient way to tailor the map’s content to their preferences, enhancing the usability and relevance of your map-based content. Experiment with different placeholders and filter labels to optimize the user experience, and enjoy the benefits of a more interactive map!

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