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Progress Map by CodeSpacing
Progress Map by CodeSpacing is a WordPress plugin for location-based listings. It places your posts on an interactive Google Map and pairs the map with a sliding carousel, so visitors can browse places on the map or in the list and jump to the full post.
- Version
- 5.8
- Released
- Jan 7, 2025
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $3.99 on its own
What’s new in Progress Map by CodeSpacing 5.8
Version 5.8 · Jan 7, 2025
Latest
- NewVisited marker feature introduced to customize markers clicked by users during map exploration (Marker settings => Visited Markers).
- NewFresh clustering approach named Color Clustering using a gradient color pattern that adjusts according to marker density to provide distinct visual separations between clusters (Marker clustering settings => Clustering type => Colored clusters).
- NewAdded the possibility to open a custom URL in a new window by clicking on the marker.
- NewOption to navigate through carousel items using URL hash (Carousel Settings => Hash Navigation).
- NewCarousel now responds to mobile devices and small screens for improved adaptability.
- NewOption to enable/disable automatic geotargeting after map load (Geo-targeting Settings => Auto Geo-targeting).
- ImprovedImproved the loading speed of the map and enhanced the carousel's ability to handle thousands of locations.
- ImprovedChanged the carousel library from jCarousel to swiperjs.
What it does
Sites that list places, such as hotels, homes for sale, restaurants, job openings or retail stores, often struggle to show where everything is. A plain list of posts gives no sense of location. This plugin solves that by turning each post into a marker on a Google Map, with a carousel of listings shown alongside it. When a visitor picks an item in the carousel, the map moves to that location, and markers link back to the detailed post.
Setup works with the content you already have. You enter coordinates for each post through the regular Add New Post form, and the plugin handles default WordPress posts as well as custom post types. There is no cap on the number of listings. The layout is responsive and retina ready, so maps and carousel items display cleanly on desktop screens, tablets and phones. It fits travel blogs, directories and multi-location businesses that want a map-first way to browse.
Best for
- Real estate and property listing websites
- Businesses with multiple store or office locations
- Travel blogs and hotel or restaurant directories
Features
Google Maps listing markers
Each post with a location appears as a marker on an interactive Google Map, giving visitors a clear picture of where your listings are.
Carousel synced with the map
A sliding carousel of listings sits with the map, and selecting an item moves the map to that listing's location.
Markers link to posts
Map locations connect to their detailed posts, so visitors can go from a marker straight to the full listing content.
Unlimited listings
Add as many location-based posts as your site needs, with no limit on how many listings the map and carousel can display.
Custom post type support
Works with default WordPress posts and custom post types, so the plugin can follow the content structure your site already uses.
Coordinates in the post form
Enter a listing's coordinates directly in the Add New Post form, keeping location data next to the rest of the post content.
Responsive, retina ready layout
The map and carousel adjust to different screen sizes and display sharp visuals on high-resolution screens, from desktops to mobile devices.
Progress Map by CodeSpacing older versions
- 5.7.3Jul 2, 2024
- 5.7.1Aug 8, 20233 fixes
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about Progress Map by CodeSpacing
Can I use it with my custom post types?
Yes. The plugin works with default WordPress posts and with custom post types, so you can map listings such as properties, hotels or jobs using the content structure you already have, without rebuilding your posts.
How do I add a location to a listing?
You add precise coordinates through the Add New Post form when creating or editing a post. Once a post has coordinates, it can appear as a marker on the map and as an item in the linked carousel.
Is there a limit on how many locations I can show?
No. The plugin supports unlimited listings, so a large directory or a business with many locations can place all of its location-based posts on the map.
Will the map work on phones and tablets?
Yes. The design is responsive and retina ready, so the Google Map and the carousel adapt to smaller screens and keep visuals sharp on high-resolution displays.
Is Progress Map by CodeSpacing free?
The code of Progress Map by CodeSpacing is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Progress Map by CodeSpacing is this?
Version 5.8, released Jan 7, 2025. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Progress Map by CodeSpacing?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Progress Map by CodeSpacing automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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