On 17 July 2012 03:14, Trishah <[email protected]> wrote: > > We are using Google GeoCoding to find the long/lat of the input address. >> >> Note: the Geocoding API may only be used in conjunction with a Google map; >> geocoding results without displaying them on a map is prohibited. For >> complete details on allowed usage, consult the Maps API Terms of Service >> License Restrictions. > > > Q1: But we are not displaying the results, we are using them in our > calculations, so this seems to say we don't need to add a map to our plugin. > Am I understanding this correctly?
As far as that question goes, you are using Google geocoding and getting results. "The Geocoding API map only be used in conjunction with a Google Map." Yes, you must show those results on a Google map. Actually, that has advantages. Have a look at http://maps.huge.info/pinpointaddress.htm -- you can geocode an address and then move the marker. If your address is on the edge of a Congressional district, moving the marker a few yards might be crucial. It gives the user some control, too. (That example is Version 2, but it's the concept which is important) Even if you don't go that far, you must show the result on a Google map. It could be a small static map, the url of which is fairly easy to generate from the geocoder results. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Google Maps JavaScript API v3" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/google-maps-js-api-v3?hl=en.
