Easy Google Map Shortcode
Custom WordPress Shortcode plugin for display google maps.
by Sajjad Limon · github.com/sajjad-limon/gmap-shortcode-plugin · website
Install
No release zip yet. The repository archive installs, but the folder name will carry the branch suffix and updates will not flow:
wp plugin install https://github.com/sajjad-limon/gmap-shortcode-plugin/archive/refs/heads/main.zipEasy Google Map Shortcode Plugin
A simple, lightweight WordPress plugin that allows you to display Google Maps anywhere using a shortcode. Just write the Shortcode name and display google maps on your website.
Features
- Easy to use shortcode
- Display Google Maps for any location
- Control map width and height
- Adjust map zoom level
- Works inside posts, pages, and widgets
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to:
wp-content/plugins/
- Activate the plugin from:
WordPress Dashboard → Plugins → Easy Google Map Shortcode → Activate Plugin
Usage
Use the following shortcode:
[gmap]
By default, the plugin will load the predefined location.
Supported Parameters
| Parameter | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
place |
Location to display on the map | Berlin, Germany |
width |
Width of the map | 600px, 100% |
height |
Height of the map | 450px |
zoom |
Controls the zoom level of the map | 10 |
Examples
Display a Map with Default Settings
[gmap]
Display a Specific Place
[gmap place="Berlin, Germany"]
Set Width and Height
[gmap place="Berlin, Germany" width="600px" height="500px"]
Set Zoom Level
[gmap place="Berlin, Germany" zoom="12"]
Full Example
[gmap
place="Berlin, Germany"
width="600px"
height="500px"
zoom="12"
]
Parameters Reference
place
Specifies the location that should be shown on the map.
[gmap place="Berlin, Germany"]
width
Controls the width of the map.
[gmap width="800px"]
or
[gmap width="100%"]
height
Controls the map height.
[gmap height="500px"]
zoom
Controls how close the map appears.
Typical values:
| Zoom Level | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | World View |
| 5 | Country View |
| 10 | City View |
| 15 | Streets and Neighborhoods |
| 18+ | Buildings and Details |
Example:
[gmap zoom="15"]
Example Combination
[gmap place="London, United Kingdom" width="100%" height="400px" zoom="13"]
Requirements
- WordPress 6.0+
- PHP 7.4+
License
This plugin is released under the GPL v2 or later.
Author
Sajjad Limon