You can't directly upload files to Google Earth Pro like you would to a cloud storage service. Google Earth Pro primarily works with existing data and imagery that is already part of its vast database.
However, there are ways to incorporate your own data into Google Earth Pro:
1. Importing KML/KMZ Files:
- KML and KMZ files are common formats for storing geographic data, including points, lines, polygons, and 3D models.
- You can create these files using various software tools or download them from online sources.
- To import a KML/KMZ file into Google Earth Pro:
- Go to File > Open
- Select the KML/KMZ file from your computer.
2. Importing Shapefiles:
- Shapefiles are another popular format for storing geographic data.
- You can import shapefiles into Google Earth Pro by first converting them to KML using a conversion tool.
- Once converted, you can follow the same steps as importing a KML file.
3. Adding Your Own Imagery:
- If you have your own aerial or satellite imagery, you can import it into Google Earth Pro as a GeoTIFF file.
- GeoTIFF files contain geographic information that allows Google Earth Pro to correctly position the imagery on the globe.
- To import a GeoTIFF file:
- Go to File > Import > Imagery
- Select the GeoTIFF file from your computer.
4. Creating Placemarks and Paths:
- You can add your own points of interest, lines, and polygons to Google Earth Pro using the Placemark, Path, and Polygon tools.
- These tools allow you to create custom features and annotations on the map.
By utilizing these methods, you can integrate your own data into Google Earth Pro and enhance your map visualization.
