Select a location by clicking on the Google map or by using the the search box. This will set the first marker. Click on the map again or enter another search to set the second marker. A minimum of two markers are required to measure distance and a minimum of three markers to measure an area. All markers can be dragged on the map as required.
If you make a mistake, click on the [Remove Last Marker] button. Click on the [Clear Markers] button to remove all points from the Google map to start over.
Distance results will be output in meters, kilometers, feet, yards and miles. Area will be output in meters², kilometers², feet², yards² and acres. See also our radius map calculator to measure any distance in a circle from your location.
To measure distance, select the "Distance" mode in the sidebar. Simply click on the map to place your starting point, and continue clicking to add markers along your desired path. The tool will automatically calculate the total cumulative distance in kilometers, miles, meters, feet, and yards as you add each point.
Switch the tool mode to "Area." Start by clicking on the map to outline the perimeter of the plot you want to measure. Once you close the shape (by returning to your starting point), the tool will automatically calculate the total area in square meters, acres, hectares, and square kilometers.
Yes, the tool is fully interactive. You can click and drag any of the markers (nodes) on the map to refine your measurement. The results in the sidebar will update in real-time, allowing you to fine-tune your path or boundary precisely.
Our calculator provides versatile unit options to suit various needs. Distance results are available in meters, kilometers, feet, yards, and miles. Area measurements are displayed in square meters, square kilometers, square feet, square yards, acres, and hectares.
While our tool uses high-precision geospatial algorithms suitable for planning, gardening, landscaping, and general project estimates, it should not be used as a substitute for a professional legal land survey. For official property boundary disputes or legal documentation, we recommend consulting a licensed surveyor.
Absolutely! This tool is perfect for planning fitness routes. Simply select the "Distance" mode and follow the path of your intended trail. It is an excellent way to determine the exact distance of your daily jog or cycling route before you head out.
Yes, you have full control over your session. You can click "Undo Last Point" if you have made a small error, or click "Clear Markers" at any time to instantly remove all points from the map and start a brand-new measurement from scratch.