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Maps SDK for Android

Build dynamic, interactive, customized maps, location, and geospatial experiences for your Android apps.

Get Started

Start building with commonly used features of the Maps SDK for Android.

Features

Browse docs for core features of the Maps SDK for Android.

Markers

Add markers to a map, make them interact with click events, customize the color, image, and more.

Info windows

Show an info window with additional information and context when your users tap on a marker.

Controls and gestures

Customize how users will interact by configuring built-in UI components and gestures.

Events

Listen to events on the map, including map clicks, marker clicks, camera changes, overlay events, and more.

Shapes

Add polygons, polylines, and circles to your maps, and customize their appearance.

Ground overlays

Add image overlays that are tied to latitude and longitude, and move when dragging or zooming the map.

Camera and view

Control aspects of the camera including position, zoom level, and bearing.

Tile overlays

Superimpose images on top of Google's base map tiles, to add data and local imagery to your app.

Utility & helper libraries

Integrate open-source utility and helper libraries for Android apps

Maps Android Rx

Use RxJava binding with the Maps SDK for Android, and Places SDK for Android.

Code Samples

Run sample apps that demonstrate the use of the Maps SDK for Android.

Help & support

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