▶ How to open a KMZ file in Google Maps

KMZ format files store geographic data for terrestrial navigation. They save locations within maps that can be viewed through applications like Google Maps or Google Earth.

Steps to Open KMZ Files in Google Maps

If you have an Android device, follow these steps:

1. Prepare the KMZ file on a computer.
2. Open Google Maps on your computer.
3. Click on the three lines on the left, then select “Your sites.”
4. Go to maps and click “Create map.”
5. Click on “Import” and locate the KMZ file saved on your computer.
6. The KMZ file will open in Google Maps on your computer.

To view it on your Android device:

1. Log out of Google Maps on your computer.
2. Log in to Google Maps on your mobile.
3. Click on the “Layers” icon.
4. Select “More layers” and tap on the name of the KMZ file to open it in the app.

For iOS devices, you’ll need Google Earth:

1. Download Google Earth on your mobile.
2. Click on the three lines at the top right.
3. Select “Your sites” and then “Import KML file.”
4. Find the file you want to open and tap the arrow icon to go back. The imported file will now be on your iPhone.

Programs for Opening KMZ Files

The KMZ file is a compressed format that contains a KML file and additional information files. Here are the common programs for opening KMZ files:

• Google Earth: This is the primary program for creating, opening, modifying, and saving KMZ files. It allows you to view any location worldwide and create exportable maps.
• Google Maps: While not a dedicated program, Google Maps can open KMZ files. It’s a 360º viewing platform.
• Microsoft Excel: It can also open KMZ files, but it treats them as data visualizations without the full mapping functionality.

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