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Google Maps Module

A lot of classified sites are now adding mapping systems where people can actually see where an item is located. This can be beneficial depending on the type of site you are running. For example it would be great for real estate sites, garage sales, or yard sales. That way a site visitor can quickly see how far away something is and get directions.

Even though it can be so useful actually integrating a map is not an easy process. Just take a look at some of the documentation for Google Maps API. You pretty much need to be a programmer to implement it.
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Maffo Location System Mod

Maffo has created a location system mod for 68 Classifieds and I got copy to test out and give my feedback on.

Take control of the Countries, States, Towns & Cities with this easy to use, easy to install and highly efficient Location Module

About The Mod

This mod basically transforms your forms for when users are registering and modifying their account. Currently 68 Classifieds has them choose the country, state, and they enter in text for the city. This module changes this and has them choose the country then the state and finally a list of cities or towns are displayed based off the state, country choice. All wrapped together using Ajax. It also stops duplicates and if your location doesn’t exist you can still enter a new one.

Installation

The installation was really straight forward. Here is what Maffo has outlined:
Installation Time: Less than 1/2 Hr
Edition(s): 68classifieds V3.1 & V4 DEVELOPER & DESIGNER
Difficulty: Easy
File Changes: 6

I was able to install it in less time than the 1/2 hour but I imagine it should take the average users around that time.

Preview

Where to get it

To purchase this module you can do so from the links below:
Location System for 68c v4 - PRICE: £19.99
Location System for 68c v3.1 - PRICE: £19.99