Google Earth Outreach

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Tutorials

Get started creating KML with some simple tutorials that use public benefit examples. Once you've gotten your feet wet, you can dive in to explore the full potential of KML and Google Earth in the Google Earth User Guide and the KML Reference.

Getting Started	User Experience
Creating Maps using the My Maps Tab Quickly and easily create a personalized map to plan your organization's events. Building Better Balloons (video) Jumpstart your designs with some starter templates. New! Spreadsheet Mapper 2.0 Create your own layer of placemarks using Google Docs. New! Creating 'Spreadsheet Mapper' Templates Create, modify or import balloon designs for use with our 'Spreadsheet Mapper' New! Collaborate on Your Maps	Avoiding Overload with Regions Got lots of content? Keep it manageable for users. Creating an Immersive User Experience Some simple user experience tips. Embedding YouTube Videos in Your Map

Content Distribution	Advanced Topics
Packaging Content in a KMZ File (video) Including your multimedia content so everything just works. Promoting Your KML Done with your KML? Make sure others see it. Embedding Maps in Your Web Site	Validating KML As You Go (video) Use jedit to ensure your KML is valid as you create it. Using Network Links Effectively Learn the benefits of a more dynamic approach.