Saving a .KML or .KMZ file

In order to save your work in Google Earth, you’ll need to save the file as either a .kml file or a .kmz file. The difference is that .kmz files are “zippped” with a compression algorithm that allows you to include more stuff (places, tours, etc.) within the file. It will generally create a smaller file, too, which is helpful for sending as an email attachment.

To get started, you’ll need to go to the left sidebar in Google Earth and select the folder or item that you want to export and save. Once it is selected, then right-click (or on a Mac, “command-click”) and then choose “Save As . . .”

You’ll then be presented with a dialogue box allowing you to choose the file type (.kml or .kmz) and the location.

Set those and click on the Save button.

You’re done!

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