Gmap Block Pro extends Gmap Block for pages that need visitors to explore more than one mapped place. The free block embeds a single Google map without an API key. Pro’s interactive capabilities use the Google Maps JavaScript API and require a free Google Maps API key.

Locations and visitor interactions

Add multiple locations to one map, with details for each. Choose pin colours or an SVG icon for markers, attach information windows, and use location cards that pan and zoom the map when clicked. Pro can also show driving directions between two points.

These controls suit branch directories, venue information, and other pages where people need to find a particular place. The block works in posts, pages, templates, template parts, and patterns.

Map styles and geographic data

Set a dark mode or muted palette, hide points of interest, and use the scroll interaction control to stop the map from capturing page scrolling. For geographic data that calls for another format, Pro includes an SVG world map that you can colour with your own data.

API key setup

The plugin includes guidance for creating a Google Maps API key. In Settings → Gmap Block, use Test this key to check whether Google accepts the key and whether Places API (New) responds. The result can help identify an API configuration issue if a Pro map is blank.

1. Install and activate Gmap Block Pro.
2. Create a Google Maps API key using the included guidance.
3. Open Gmap Block settings and choose Test this key.
4. Add the block to a post, page, template, template part, or pattern.
5. Set up locations, markers, information windows, styling, and any needed controls.
6. Preview and publish the content.

Gmap Block Pro includes priority support and automatic updates.