Question 1

How do I set up API keys for cordova-plugin-googlemaps?

Accepted Answer

You need to generate separate API keys for Android, iOS, and browser from Google Cloud Console. For Android and iOS, add them to config.xml using preferences, and for browser, set them in JavaScript before initializing the map, as detailed in the quick install section.

Question 2

Does cordova-plugin-googlemaps work offline on iPhone?

Accepted Answer

Yes, on iOS, the plugin uses the native Google Maps SDK, which caches map tiles for offline viewing. However, this only applies to mobile apps, not the browser platform, which requires an internet connection.

Question 3

Cordova-plugin-googlemaps vs Google Maps JavaScript API: which should I use for my hybrid app?

Accepted Answer

Use cordova-plugin-googlemaps if you need native performance and offline maps on Android/iOS, but prefer the pure JavaScript API if you require full feature support like DirectionsService or are building web-only apps. The plugin bridges gaps but has limitations in feature parity.

Question 4

How to add marker clustering with cordova-plugin-googlemaps?

Accepted Answer

Use the map.addMarkerCluster() method with options for markers and icons, as shown in the README examples. This groups nearby markers for better visualization, especially useful for dense data sets.

Question 5

What are common troubleshooting steps for cordova-plugin-googlemaps?

Accepted Answer

Check API key configurations, ensure correct plugin installation, and refer to the trouble shootings guide in the documentation. Common issues include map not displaying due to key errors or touch events not working properly.

Question 6

Can I use Street View in my Cordova app with this plugin?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the plugin supports Street View integration via plugin.google.maps.StreetView.getPanorama(), allowing you to embed panoramas directly, similar to the Google Maps JavaScript API but with native performance on mobile.

Question 7

Is cordova-plugin-googlemaps compatible with Ionic framework?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is compatible with Ionic as it builds on Cordova, but note that recent versions require WKWebView on iOS, and you may need to adjust for CSS animations or Ionic-specific setups, as mentioned in the release notes.

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