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Upload a KML File in Salesforce Maps

Udgivelsesdato: Dec 11, 2025
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KML files can be used in Salesforce Maps as data overlays for visual representations. A KML file could contain coordinates of well sites in the oil fields of Texas or a map of fiber line across the country for a telecommunications company. Using KML files in Salesforce Maps is quick and easy. Just follow these simple steps to do so.

Note: Please follow the following KML file standards:

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Instructions for Salesforce Lightning

Upload the KML File to the Files object in Salesforce Lightning

  1. Create a new library within the Files object specifically and name it SF Maps Files. 
  2. Select the newly created library and select Add Files.
  3. Upload and add the KML file.

 

Instructions for Salesforce Classic

Upload the KML File to the Documents object in Salesforce Classic 

  1. Create a new Document under the SF Maps Documents folder. 
  2. Name and Attach the KML file to the new document record.
  3. Click Save.


Notes: 

  • Salesforce Maps treats KMLs as a document and is bound to the 5MB size limit.
  • Salesforce Maps is unable to process KML files that were compressed and then unzipped from a KMZ. 
  • Some files might take more time to process, click the 'Wait' button if a popup appears.
  • KML Files are not supported for auto-assignment or the point in polygon global method.
     



See Also:
Access a KML File

 
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000389858

 
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