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KML and KMZ Tools

Learn about KML and KMZ formats: what they are, how to open them, and converting them to other formats and vice versa.

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KMZ to GeoJSON converter
Our KMZ to GeoJSON conversion tool makes it easy to transform your KMZ files into GeoJSON format quickly and accurately. Whether you need to convert KMZ to GeoJSON for web mapping applications or GIS software, our online converter ensures a seamless process without any hassle. Try it now for free!

KML to GeoJSON converter
Our KML to GeoJSON conversion tool works similarly to the KMZ to GeoJSON converter. It makes it easy to transform your KML files into GeoJSON format. Points, lines, or shapes, our online converter does the job - try it for free now!

KMZ to Shapefile converter
Shapefiles are a very common format for mapping data. Our KMZ to shapefile conversion tool makes it easy to convert your KMZ files into shapefiles. Whether you need to convert KMZ to shapefile for GIS software or other mapping applications, our online converter makes for a hassle-free process.

KML to Shapefile converter
Just like the KMZ to GeoJSON converter, our KML to shapefile conversion tool makes it easy to convert your KML files into shapefiles. Try it now for free!

KML to GPX
Our KML to GPX conversion tool makes it easy to convert your KML files into GPX format. Whether you need to convert KML to GPX for GPS devices or other mapping applications, our online converter ensures a seamless process without any hassle. Try it now for free!

Frequently asked questions

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  • What is a KML file? What is a KMZ file?

    Boaters, outdoor enthusiasts, geocachers, pilots, field scientists, geography professionals and many others use KML and KMZ files to share and view map data. KML/KMZ files can contain data about shapes (points, lines, and polygons) but they can also contain images (rasters) for display on maps. If you need to transfer geographic data between different software applications, like transferring waypoints from a GPS to Google Earth, your data may be in to KML or KMZ format. We have tools to help you convert KML to KMZ, convert KMZ to KML, and and other formats.

  • What is the difference between KML and KMZ?

    As types of files, KML and KMZ so closely related that they are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same. KML is a file format used to display geographic data in an Earth browser such as Google Earth. KMZ is a zipped version of KML that contains all the KML files needed for a project. KMZ files are often used to share entire projects, including all the images and other files needed to display the data.

  • Should I use KML or KMZ?

    It depends on your needs. KML files are easier to share and edit, but KMZ files are more compact and can include all the files needed for a project. If you need to share a project with someone else, KMZ is usually the best choice.

  • Do your tools convert waypoints, tracks, and areas (points, lines, and polygons) in KML/KMZ files?

    Yes, our tools can convert waypoints, tracks, and areas in KML/KMZ files to other formats, such as GeoJSON and shapefile. You can also convert waypoints, tracks, and areas in other formats to KML/KMZ.

  • Do your tools convert or extract images, icons, and styling information from KML/KMZ?

    Not yet, but we are working on it! Let us know if you want to get an email when we roll out this feature.

  • How do you open a KML file? How do you open a KMZ file?

    Soon, NeatoGeo will open and display your KML and KMZ files. Until then, KML and KMZ files can be opened in Google Earth, Google Maps, QGIS, ArcGIS, Global Mapper, and other mapping applications. To open a KML file in Google Earth, go to File > Open and select the KML file you want to open. To open a KMZ file in Google Earth, go to File > Open and select the KMZ file you want to open. You can also open KML and KMZ files in Google Maps by uploading them to My Maps.

  • Where can I get even more detailed information about KML/KMZ files?

    For more detailed information about KML and KMZ files, visit the Google Developers KML Reference page.