Great Google Maps zoom tool

Here is a cool new Google Maps tool that Raj Kaimal has created that lets you define a region of a Google Map to zoom in on. Raj calls it a "selection box". To define an area on the map to zoom, hold down on the 'z' key and then frame an area with your mouse. When you let off on the 'z' key that area will automatically zoom at the right level. Give it a try. It's a great way to zoom in on certain areas of the Google map without constantly altering your zoom level on the slider...

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