OpenSwitchMaps
Switch map services, and some useful links for OpenStreetMap contributors
What is OpenSwitchMaps?
'OpenSwitchMaps' is a user-friendly Chrome extension specially designed for map enthusiasts, researchers, and even developers. It allows users to easily switch between various map services including but not limited to Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, and Mapillary. This seamless transition between maps occurs at the same position, enabling comparative studies, research or map development. It also offers quality assurance tools for OpenStreetMap contributors. Additional settings include show/hide maps, useful for customizing one’s map exploration experience.
Extension stats
By: muramototomoya
Rating: 4.75
(4)
Creation date: 2020-06-11
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
- activeTab
- tabs
- storage
Size: 918.53K
Email: mu*****@gmail.com
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Extension summary
Switch map services, like Google map, OpenStreetMap, Mapillary and so on. Also you can jump to several OpenStreetMap QA tools.
How to use
- Open Google maps, for example
- Click OpenSwitchMaps icon
- Select OpenStreetMap, for example
- You can open OpenStreetMap at the same position with Google maps
- Left click: Open in the same tab. Middle click: Open in a new tab.
Settings Show/hide maps:
- Right click the earth icon,
- Select "Options"
- Check/uncheck each map to show/hide it.
User reviews
Such a unique tool for switching maps!
by 
Di Xia, 2023-01-09
Di Xia, 2023-01-09It's very useful
by 
Anton Wenemoser, 2022-02-09
Anton Wenemoser, 2022-02-09Very useful. Please add the option to open the maps/tools in a new tab.
by 
Günther Bosch, 2020-12-06
Günther Bosch, 2020-12-06Extension safety
Risk impact
OpenSwitchMaps requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
OpenSwitchMaps is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.
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