Google Map Maker integrating into Google Maps

Google will shut down its Map Maker tool during March 2017.

In its place, it will integrate some of the editing features from the software into its Local Guides programme.

“This update will enable us to focus on providing the best editing and moderation experience within Google Maps on both desktop and on mobile,” said Google.

“We’ll continue to roll out new features to make sure you’re able to do most of the things you’ve grown accustomed to doing in Map Maker – like edit roads – leading up to March 2017 and after.”

Edits made on Google Maps will no longer be available for moderation in Map Maker from today.

“This will allow us to streamline our efforts, speeding up the time for an edit to get published.”

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