Map Search
AI-generatedOverview
This node performs a Google Map search using the GeoScraper API. It allows users to search for locations or places on Google Maps by specifying a location name or coordinates, a search query, and pagination index. The node is useful for extracting map search results for various applications such as location-based marketing, data collection, or geographic analysis.
Use Case Examples
- Searching for 'kfc' in 'japan' to get a list of KFC locations in Japan.
- Using coordinates to find nearby restaurants or businesses.
- Paginating through search results to collect more data.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Location Name or Coordinates | Location name (e.g., 'japan') or coordinates in the format '@latitude,longitude,zoomz' used to specify the search area. |
| Query | The search query string, such as 'kfc', to find relevant places or businesses. |
| Pagination Index | The index for paginating through search results, allowing retrieval of subsequent pages. |
| Language | Language parameter to specify the response language. |
| Use Cached | Boolean flag to indicate whether to use cached data if available. |
Output
JSON
json- The JSON output contains the search results from the Google Map search, which can be an array of place data or a single object depending on the response.
Dependencies
- GeoScraper API key credential
Troubleshooting
- If the node throws an error 'You must provide a value for the selected ID type.', ensure that the required ID parameter is provided for the operation.
- A 404 error with message 'No data found' indicates no more results are available for the query and pagination index.
- If the request fails, check the GeoScraper API key credential and network connectivity.