API keys for google maps

[Anonymous]

Hi,

We are trying to use the visual Google maps in our dashboard but its asking for API keys, any idea how to get the API key for the same

regards,

dsmitha

[VahidDM · Accepted solution]

Hi @Anonymous 

To use the Google Maps API in your Power BI dashboard, you will need to obtain an API key from the Google Cloud Platform. Here are the general steps to get an API key:

1. Go to the Google Cloud Platform Console.
2. Create or select a project.
3. Click on the "Enable APIs and Services" button.
4. Search for "Google Maps JavaScript API" and enable it.
5. Click on the "Credentials" tab in the left sidebar.
6. Click on the "Create Credentials" button and select "API Key".
7. The API key will be displayed. You can then add it to your Power BI dashboard.

You may also need to enable Billing on your Google Cloud Platform account, and also make sure you have enabled the APIs that you are trying to use, like Google Maps JavaScript API, Google Maps Embed API, Google Places API etc.

Please note that Google Maps API usage has a limit, you can check for usage limit and pricing details in the link "https://developers.google.com/maps/gmp-get-started#create-project"

Check these links as well:
https://community.powerbi.com/t5/Developer/Use-Google-Map-API-in-custom-visual/m-p/190346

https://community.powerbi.com/t5/Developer/Rest-API-Authentication-API-Key/m-p/1314965

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[Anonymous]

hi VahidDM,

Thank you very much for your crystal clear explanation

Really helpful

double kudoz

regards,

dsmitha