Getting Latitude And Longitude From Google Places Search Api Using Javascript

When working on location-based projects or applications, getting latitude and longitude coordinates can be essential. Thankfully, with the Google Places Search API and some JavaScript magic, you can easily retrieve this information. In this guide, we'll walk you through the process step by step, making it all crystal clear.

To get started, the first thing you need to do is to sign up for the Google Places API. Navigate to the Google Cloud Platform Console, create a project, enable the Places API, and generate an API key.

Next, you will need to include the Google Places API script in your HTML document. Add the following script tag to the section of your HTML:

Replace `YOUR_API_KEY` with the actual API key you generated earlier. This script will load the necessary libraries to interact with the Google Places API.

Now, let's dive into the JavaScript part. Create a new JavaScript file or add the following script inside your HTML document:

function getCoordinatesFromPlace(place) {
  var request = {
    query: place,
    fields: ['geometry'],
  };

  var service = new google.maps.places.PlacesService(map);
  service.findPlaceFromQuery(request, function(results, status) {
    if (status === google.maps.places.PlacesServiceStatus.OK) {
      console.log("Latitude: " + results[0].geometry.location.lat());
      console.log("Longitude: " + results[0].geometry.location.lng());
    }
  });
}

In this JavaScript function `getCoordinatesFromPlace`, we make a request to the Google Places API using the `findPlaceFromQuery` method. This method takes a query (such as the name of a place) and returns information about that place, including its latitude and longitude coordinates.

You can then call this function with a place name as an argument to retrieve the coordinates. For example:

getCoordinatesFromPlace("Golden Gate Bridge");

After calling this function, you should see the latitude and longitude of the specified place printed in the console.

It's worth noting that the Google Places API may have restrictions or usage limits based on your subscription plan. Ensure you review the documentation and terms of use to avoid any surprises.

And there you have it! By following these simple steps and utilizing the power of the Google Places Search API with JavaScript, you can easily retrieve latitude and longitude coordinates for any location. Happy coding!