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mde-maps

Manages Google Maps Platform APIs for location search, routing, and directions.

2|1|Updated May 20, 2026
Search Tags:#google maps#maps api#places api#directions api#geocoding api
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/amo-tech-ai/mdeapp --skill mde-maps
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: mde-maps
Source: https://github.com/amo-tech-ai/mdeapp/tree/main/.claude/skills/mde-maps
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/amo-tech-ai/mdeapp --skill mde-maps

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires @googlemaps/places, @googlemaps/directions, @googlemaps/geocoding, @googlemaps/maps, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides tools to manage and interact with Google Maps Platform data, enabling users to perform a wide range of location-based tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Location Search: Search for places and get details about them.
  • Routing & Directions: Calculate routes and get directions between locations.
  • Geocoding: Convert addresses to coordinates and vice versa.
  • Places API: Search for places by text query, location, and type.
  • Places Details: Get detailed information about places by their ID.
  • Autocomplete: Get suggestions for places based on input text.
  • Maps JavaScript API: Use the Maps JavaScript API for interactive maps.
  • Grounding: Ground natural language queries in Google Maps Platform documentation.
  • API Integration: Integrate with various Google Maps Platform APIs.

Quick Start

Use the mde-maps skill to search for a place by name and location, e.g., 'search place: "restaurant near me" in Medellín'.

Frequently Asked Questions about mde-maps

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I use the Google Maps Places API to search for locations by text and type?▼

To search locations using the Places API, query by text, geographic location, and type. The skill processes these parameters to return matching place details and IDs for your location-based searches.

Can I calculate routing and directions between locations with the Google Maps Directions API?▼

Yes, you can calculate routing and directions between locations. The skill manages Google Maps Platform data to compute routes, providing step-by-step directions and routing outputs for your specified origin and destination.

Do I need my own Google Maps API keys to use geocoding and directions functionalities?▼

Yes, you need your own Google Maps API keys. The skill requires Google Maps API keys and authentication to interact with the Places, Directions, and Geocoding APIs for location and routing tasks.

What is the best way to convert addresses to coordinates using the Geocoding API?▼

The best way to convert addresses to coordinates is via the Geocoding API. The skill handles geocoding by translating physical addresses into geographic coordinates and vice versa for accurate mapping.

How does autocomplete work when searching for places with the Maps JavaScript API?▼

Autocomplete provides place suggestions based on input text using the Maps JavaScript API. The skill sends partial text queries to the Places API to return real-time predictive place suggestions for interactive maps.

Can I ground natural language queries in Google Maps Platform documentation?▼

Yes, you can ground natural language queries in Google Maps Platform documentation. The skill supports grounding to contextualize text inputs and retrieve relevant location data from the Maps Platform APIs.

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