Hero Maps supports the ability to import CSV files that contain the details of a list of markers to your maps.
In order to import your CSV file, navigate to Hero Maps dashboard » Import » Marker CSV Import Manager Tab.
Select the map you want to add the markers to from the 'Select Destination Map' dropdown, and then click on the Choose File button. Browse to the location of your CSV file and click Open.
The file will be uploaded and processed. At the end of the process you will see a status report which will inform you of successful and failed imports.
Please note: When importing a CSV file, you have to have a map available to import to. If you do not have any maps, create a blank map first.
Learn how to prepare your CSV file for export
You can prepare your CSV using a few different methods, below are links to articles detailing the setup using several different programs.
Prepare a CSV using Notepad or any Text editor
Prepare a CSV for import using Microsoft Excel
Prepare a CSV for import using Open Office Calc
Dealing with upload errors
In the case where one or more of your listings has an error, the upload results will display the import results, and provide you with a link where you can download a CSV file that will contain all the lines that had errors in them.
Import the CSV provided into your editor of choice and make the required changes – following the guides linked above – before re-uploading.
If all your uploads have been successful, your markers will now be available on your map for you to edit and modify as you wish