Maps for Excel
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Description
Maps for Excel is an innovative add-in that integrates mapping capabilities and geocoding directly into Microsoft Excel. Users can insert static maps, create heatmaps, and visualize administrative boundaries, shapes, and geo-objects. The add-in allows for the downloading of GeoJSON and KML files, finding places with detailed information, building routes, and displaying isolines, all within a spreadsheet environment. It is powered by Google Maps and requires a Google Maps API Key for various functionalities.
How to use Maps for Excel?
To use Maps for Excel, install the add-in from the Microsoft AppSource, obtain the necessary Google Maps and Bing Maps API keys, and follow the instructions in the task pane to insert maps, geocode addresses, and utilize various mapping functions directly in your Excel spreadsheets.
Core features of Maps for Excel:
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Insert static maps with heatmap and administrative boundaries
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Download GeoJSON and KML files
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Find places with detailed information
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Build routes and show isolines
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Geocoding functions for addresses and coordinates
Why could be used Maps for Excel?
| # | Use case | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| # 1 | Visualizing geographic data in Excel spreadsheets | ✅ | |
| # 2 | Creating heatmaps for data analysis | ✅ | |
| # 3 | Finding and mapping locations directly within Excel | ✅ | |
Who developed Maps for Excel?
The maker of Maps for Excel is a team dedicated to enhancing productivity tools by integrating advanced mapping functionalities into widely used applications like Microsoft Excel. They leverage powerful APIs from Google and Bing to provide users with seamless access to geographic data and visualization tools.