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.

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By: muramototomoya

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Users: 867 ▲ 33

Rating: 4.75 (4)

Version: 1.5.3 (Last updated: 2024-04-03)

Creation date: 2020-06-11

Risk impact: Moderate risk impact

Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood

Manifest version: 2

Permissions:

activeTab
tabs
storage

Size: 918.53K

Email: mu*****@gmail.com

URLs: Website

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# 31214 ▲ 334

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#7565 in Tools ▼ 85

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Summary

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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!

xia di, 2023-01-09

It's very useful

Anton Wenemoser, 2022-02-09

Very useful. Please add the option to open the maps/tools in a new tab.

Günther Bosch, 2020-12-06

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Safety

Risk impact

OpenSwitchMaps may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.