Setting up the minimum or maximum Zoom value for Google Maps can be done by adding the shortcode attribute with Store Locator Shortcode. Furthermore, the maximum value of Google Maps Zoom level is 22. Therefore, the defined maximum value must be below or equal to 22, which is the default. The minimum value of Zoom Level is 0 by default, it can be changed by the shortcode as well. Moreover, the minimum value must be between 0 to 22, which is the range of the zoom level.
Example of Shortcode Attribute
[ASL_STORELOCATOR minZoom="5" maxZoom="15"]Google Maps Zoom Capabilities #
This section will answer some of the most common questions associated with the ���zooming” capabilities of Google Maps and Google Maps API.
How Many Zoom Levels are There in Google Maps? #
Google Maps has a zoom range between 1 and 22. With zoom level 1 you will be able to see the whole world on the map, while zoom level 22 gives you a street view of a particular location.
What is the Highest Zoom Level? #
For Google Maps the highest zoom level is 22, which enables the map to zoom in at the street level.
Google Map API Zoom Range #
A Google Maps API key is usually required to embed Google Maps onto a website. Moreover, maps embedded through the Google Maps API key have a zoom level that typically falls in the range of 1-22.
How to Zoom in on Google Maps #
To zoom in on Google Maps simply press the zoom slider (“+” or “-” signs) to zoom in or out of Google Maps.
Alternatively, you can use the scroll wheel of your mouse to zoom in and out of Google Maps.
Restricting Map Bounds and Zoom #
In some cases, a user may require an embedded Google Maps to have a specific custom zoom range that falls within the maximum and minimum zoom levels. To do this you will have to set the “restriction” “maxZoom” and “minZoom” options using a specific code.
Refer to this page for more instructions.
Conclusion #
That concludes this short guide on Google Maps’ zoom capabilities. Google Maps possess maps with zooming capabilities that can suit the need of everyone that wants to embed Google Maps on their website. Lastly, it might be worth mentioning that certain plugins, such as Agile Store Locator, are the perfect tool for easily embedding Google Maps onto your website