Google Maps saves several pieces of map data associated with users.  Importing and exporting this map data is generally done using KML, an XML extension for describing geographical data.

Escaping from Saved Locations

Google Maps stores data about your mostly recently searched locations.  Up to 100 of your last searches are stored and are used to provide auto-completion and a default location.

To get to your saved locations, make sure you are logged in to your Google Maps, and select the arrow to the right of the search box.


You should see a drop-down menu from which you should select "Edit saved locations."


From the saved locations page you can click the "Export" link in on the upper right to export your list of locations as a KML document.

Escaping to Saved Locations

Follow the directions above to get the your Saved Locations page, then click the "Import" link to upload a KML document of your locations.

Escaping from MyMaps

Google Maps allows you to create and save your own maps which can be shared with others and edited collaboratively.

It is possible to export saved maps as KML by following these directions.

Escaping to MyMaps

To import a KML document as a map, first click the "My Maps" link below the main Google maps icon.