GrabMaps FAQs

Question 1

Is map rendering directly available through the GrabMaps MCP server?

Accepted Answer

No, the MCP server does not directly handle map rendering. For map visualization, you should use the AWS Location Service console or integrate directly with GrabMaps via MapLibre GL for optimal performance and display.

Question 2

What is GrabMaps and how does it integrate with AWS Location Service?

Accepted Answer

GrabMaps provides access to GrabMaps API services, including places and routes functionality, integrated through AWS Location Service. It allows developers to perform geocoding, retrieve place suggestions, and calculate routes within specified regions.

Question 3

Which countries are supported by GrabMaps through this service?

Accepted Answer

GrabMaps primarily supports eight countries in Southeast Asia: Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, Vietnam, Philippines, and Indonesia. Search requests outside these countries may not yield accurate results.

Question 4

What core functionalities does GrabMaps offer via this integration?

Accepted Answer

GrabMaps offers robust Places functionalities like forward/reverse geocoding (finding places by text or coordinates) and place suggestions, along with Routes functionalities such as calculating routes between points and generating route matrices.

Question 5

Do I need to specify a country code for search queries?

Accepted Answer

Yes, for accurate Place API search results, it is crucial to include the three-letter ISO country code (e.g., 'SGP' for Singapore, 'MYS' for Malaysia) in your requests, as GrabMaps operates regionally.

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