How to Read KML
The KML file format is used to store geographic data in Web-based two- and three-dimensional Earth programs. The file format was originally created for use with Google Earth to store data such as latitude, longitude, place marks, images and descriptions. In order to read a KML file and its associated geographic data, host the file on a file hosting server, then access the file through Google Maps.
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Instructions
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Upload the KML file to a file hosting website. Free file hosting sites include filedropper.com, mediafire.com and filefactory.com.
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Highlight the URL of where the KML file is hosted, then press the “Ctrl” and “C” keys together to copy the URL.
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Navigate to the Google Maps website at maps.google.com.
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Press the “Ctrl” and “V” keys together to paste the KML URL into the Search box located in the top of the page. Press “Enter.” The KML geographic data is displayed in Google Maps.
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