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How to Display Markers on Bing Maps Based on Address Information

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This article provides a detailed guide on how to display markers on Bing Maps using address information. By following these steps, you can accurately pinpoint locations on a Bing Map based on the addresses you provide, enhancing your application’s geographical data representation.

Configuring the Address & Postal Code Fields

Step 1: Address Section

  1. Navigate to the Address section and configure the field that has the address data (e.g., Street Address, City, State, etc.).
  2. To render markers accurately, ensure that all necessary address components are included, such as:
    • Street Address
    • City
    • State/Province
    • Country
      These components are crucial for precise geocoding and accurate marker placement on the map.

Step 2: Postal Code Section

  1. Navigate to the Postal Code section and configure the field that has the ZIP Code or Postal Code corresponding to the address.

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Example Data

Address Postal Code
1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20500
350 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10118
1 Infinite Loop, Cupertino, CA 95014
233 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606
1601 Willow Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025
600 Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94111
1 Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052
500 S Buena Vista St, Burbank, CA 91521
1000 Harbor Blvd, Weehawken, NJ 7086
1515 Broadway, New York, NY 10036

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Conclusion

By following these steps, you can successfully display markers on a Bing Map based on address information. This functionality is particularly useful for applications that require visual representation of locations, such as real estate listings, store locators, or delivery service areas.

Additional Information

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