Featured Listings for Google Maps is an add-on for WP Maps Pro that lets you highlight specific locations in your directory or store locator. Mark any place as “Featured,” push it to the top of the results, add a badge/ribbon, and use a distinct marker/icon so it stands out on the map and in the listing panel.
How It Works
- Flag a location: In the WP Maps Pro location editor, toggle “Featured” for any marker.
- Choose display rules: In your map’s settings, place featured items above regular results, show a badge, and optionally use a different marker/icon.
- Control order: Give featured items a priority/weight to decide which appears first.
- Schedule if needed: Set start/end dates to feature locations for a limited time (e.g., paid promos).
- Publish: Insert the map via shortcode; featured locations render first and remain filterable/searchable like normal entries.
Key Features
- Top placement — Featured locations appear before regular results in list/grid/side listings.
- Badges & ribbons — Show a “Featured” label on cards and in info windows.
- Distinct markers — Optional custom pin/icon or color for featured items.
- Priority ranking — Sort multiple featured items with a numeric weight.
- Scheduling — Start/end dates for time-boxed promotions.
- Dedicated section — Optional “Featured” block above the main results.
- Filters & search compatible — Works with categories, keywords, and pagination.
- Shortcode options — Output only featured items on a separate page/section if you want.
Technical Details
- Product: Featured Listings for Google Maps — an add-on for WP Maps Pro (WePlugins).
- Dependencies: Requires WP Maps Pro installed and an active map with locations.
- Works with: Map layouts that include a listing panel (list, grid, or sidebar) and standard map search/filtering.
- Customization: Badge text/colors and marker styles are configurable per map.
- Performance: Uses the same data source as your existing map; featured items are queried and sorted without duplicating markers.
Use Cases
- Paid/sponsored placements at the top of a directory or store locator.
- Highlight flagship stores, new openings, or seasonal pop-ups.
- Promote event venues or partners during a campaign period.
Quick Setup Tips
- Keep the featured list short (3–8 items) so it actually feels special.
- Pick a badge color that passes contrast checks against the card background.
- If you also use categories, add a “Featured” filter so users can view just those locations.
- For scheduled promos, set end dates to avoid stale highlights after a campaign ends.
Highlight locations in WP Maps Pro with Featured Listings: put selected places at the top, add badges, set custom markers, and schedule promotions for your map directory.
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