Introduction
Google Earth
Familiar Interface
Embedded Charts
Classification System
E.U. Regions
Here at Graph Earth, we are working hard to bring you new Google Earth (KML/KMZ) thematic maps and visualizations. With the early releases of our application, we have brought you:
- Four basic 3D graph / map types (bar, chloropleth, prism and territory)
- Embedded statistics and descriptions (global and local)
- Embedded 2D Charts (via Google Charts)
- Screen overlays which allow you to show customized legends, titles and organization graphics (logo)
- A simple spreadsheet style interface
- No need for a GIS, no need to supply shapefiles (.shp), KML/KMZ or database for geometry
- Support for KML rendering by country, state, county, city and zip code
- Support for multiple identifiers such as USPS code, FIPS code or region name.
With each successive release we will build on this foundation and include new graphs, maps and features such as automatically calculated cell values and embedded video. Although many of these features are already in active development, we want to hear from you, our customers, and learn what features are most important to you. Often, we will be running user surveys here on our homepage. We hope you participate in each of these surveys. Results will be used to help us prioritize development of individual features. Additionally, feature requests may be submitted to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Description of Survey Options
- Coverage Map - This type of map is used to simply group regions and assign colors. A good use of a coverage map would be to show regional availability of a product or service.
- Embedded Video - The capability to embed YouTube videos inside a region's bubble along with embedded descriptions, statistics and charts.
- Territory Map - This thematic map type shows territories assigned to individual company representatives. The legend could include names, unique colors or optional photographs of employees.
- More Spreadsheet Functions - An increase in common functions between Graph Earth and typical spreadsheet applications such as Excel, Open Office and Google Docs.
- More Embedded Charts - The Addition of other 2D charts such as line, area, scatter and candlestick.