Return Google Maps Search

restores the google maps button to google search
What is Return Google Maps Search?
Return Google Maps Search' is a lightweight Chrome extension that reintroduces the Google Maps button to your Google Search results, providing quick and direct access to location information. Simplify your online navigation and exploration by adding this extension to your browser.

Extension stats

Users: 2,000+
Rating: 4.42 (12)
Version: 1.1 (Last updated: 2024-05-15)
Creation date: 2024-03-03
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Size: 607.23K

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Extension summary

Restore the seamless integration of Google Maps with your Google Search experience using the 'Return Google Maps Search' extension. This lightweight extension brings back the familiar Google Maps button to your Google Search results, providing you with quick and direct access to location information.

Never miss a beat when searching for places, businesses, or addresses. With the 'Google Maps Search Restorer,' effortlessly navigate from your search results directly to Google Maps, gaining instant access to detailed maps and directions.

Key Features:

Reintroduces the Google Maps button to Google Search results. Simplify your online navigation and exploration by adding the Google Maps Search Restorer extension to your browser. Save time and enjoy the convenience of having Google Maps readily available whenever you perform a search.

User reviews

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Pros
  • Adds a Google Maps button in the options bar.
  • Navigates with the search argument to Google Maps when clicked.
  • Fixes a perceived issue caused by EU decisions.
Cons
  • Stopped working for some users.
  • Button duplication issue with the video button instead of displaying the maps button.
  • Does not work in some versions or is broken for some users.
Most mentioned
  • Button duplication issue.
  • Stopped working for users.
  • Fixes a bad decision of the EU.
Recent reviews
Stopped working for me recently unfortunately.
by Artus Meyer-Toms, 2024-09-21

by Bence Viola, 2024-06-06

Great, does what it says: adds a google maps button in the options bar and navigates with the search as argument to google maps when clicked.
by Robert Wenink, 2024-05-16
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Return Google Maps Search requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

Return Google Maps Search is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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