Re-introduce google maps links to search page

Readds google maps link to the search page and makes map thumbnail clickable.

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The "Re-introduce Google Maps Links to Search Page" Chrome extension restores the convenient Google Maps links and makes map thumbnails clickable directly on Google search results. This feature, which has been removed partly due to regulations in the European Union, is supported across various Google domains worldwide.

Open source and regularly updated, the extension supports address maps, Google places maps, country maps, and small map thumbnails typically seen in gallery view. It also ensures smooth UI integration by adapting to Google's layout changes and different UI variants. Opera users can enable special permissions to fully benefit from the extension. This tool enhances searching for locations by bringing back direct Map links and interactive map thumbnails, increasing productivity for everyday web users.

Extension Productivity Utilities Open Source

By:: m.*****@gmail.com
Users:: 10,000
Rating:: 4.89

(117)
Version:: 1.0.10 Last updated: 2024-06-08
Creation date:: 2024-03-05
Risk:: Low risk impact High risk likelihood
Size:: 24.84KB
Email:: m.*****@gmail.com
Full description:: See detailed description
Source:: Chrome Web Store
Data ingested on:: 2025-07-08

Ranking

# 6,962 ▼ 20

Other rankings

#1986 in Functionality & UI ▼ 11

#6 in maps keyword 19 ▲ 1

#9 in google maps keyword 22

#21 in google search keyword 70 ▲ 1

#30 in map keyword 14 ▲ 5

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User reviews

Users appreciate the extension for restoring Google Maps links on search pages, particularly benefiting those frustrated by EU regulations that removed this feature. It works reliably and fits well with Google's interface, making the search experience smoother. Positive feedback highlights ease of use and maintenance, although a few users report performance issues like high CPU usage and occasional malfunction. Some also note design inconsistencies in the added buttons, including language and visual style, indicating room for UI refinement.

Pros

Effectively restores Google Maps links on search page, improving user experience.
Works reliably and integrates well with Google UI.
Highly appreciated by EU citizens affected by regulations removing the link.
Easy to use and maintain, even for non-technical users.
Open-source with ongoing maintenance and support.

Cons

Some users report significant CPU usage and malfunction upon installation.
Button design (e.g., 'Open in Maps') may stand out awkwardly, with inconsistent styling and language localisation.
Functionality implies workaround for features removed due to EU regulations, which some find inconvenient.

Recent reviews

Super!

Ва*****, 2025-05-02

Very good, as a EU citizen I'm glad there are extensions that let me break free from stupid user-experience degrading regulations that the EU has forced upon us. They always promote these laws being in the interests of the users but always end up making useful and convenient things broke for us.

Do*****, 2025-04-13

TOP

An*****, 2025-02-01

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Re-introduce google maps links to search page requires very minimum permissions.

Risk impact analysis details

High Injects scripts into web pages, which may alter or extract site contents, resulting in a substantial risk.

Risk likelihood

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High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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